Feature | Exness | XTB |
|---|---|---|
Regulation | Regulated by CySEC, FCA, FSCA, FSA (Seychelles) | Regulated by FCA, CySEC, KNF, IFSC |
Account Types | Standard, Standard Cent, Raw Spread, Zero, Pro | Standard, Pro (includes spread-only and commission) |
Leverage | Up to 1:2000 (depending on the region) | Up to 1:500 |
Spreads | From 0.3 pips (Standard), 0.0 pips (Zero accounts) | From 0.1 pips (Pro accounts) |
Commission | Commission-free on Standard accounts, $3.5 per lot on Zero accounts | Zero commission on Standard accounts, $3.5 per lot on Pro accounts |
Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader | xStation 5, xStation Mobile |
Assets | Forex, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Energies, Indices, Stocks, Commodities | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, ETFs, Stocks |
Trading Instruments | Over 100 currency pairs, 80+ cryptocurrencies, 70+ stocks, 30+ commodities and indices | Over 1,500 CFDs on stocks, indices, commodities, ETFs, crypto |
Trading Fees | Low fees on Standard accounts, commission on Zero accounts | Low fees on Standard accounts, competitive Pro fees |
Minimum Deposit | No minimum for Standard accounts | $0 (varies by region, typically low for Standard accounts) |
Deposit & Withdrawal Methods | Bank transfer, Credit/Debit cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller), Cryptocurrencies | Bank transfer, Credit/Debit cards, E-wallets (PayPal, Skrill) |
Deposit & Withdrawal Fees | No deposit or withdrawal fees for most methods | No deposit fees, withdrawal fees vary depending on method |
Execution Speed | Ultra-fast (0.01 seconds) | Fast (comparable, but not specified as ultra-fast) |
Negative Balance Protection | Yes | Yes |
Islamic Accounts | Yes (swap-free) | Yes (swap-free) |
Customer Support | 24/7 multilingual support | 24/5 multilingual support |
Educational Resources | Webinars, Articles, Video tutorials, Trading Academy | xStation Learning section, Webinars, Tutorials |
Research Tools | Economic Calendar, Trading Calculators, VPS Hosting | xStation Analytics, Market News, Trading Calculators |
Social Trading/Copy Trading | Yes (Copy Trading feature available) | No |
Demo Account | Yes, unlimited | Yes, unlimited |
Mobile App | MetaTrader app | xStation Mobile |
Available Countries | Available in over 100 countries | Available in over 13 countries (Europe, South America, others) |
Security | High, regulated by multiple top-tier authorities | High, regulated by FCA, CySEC, KNF, and IFSC |
Swap Fees | Yes (except for Islamic accounts) | Yes (except for Islamic accounts) |
Algo/Automated Trading | Yes, supports Expert Advisors (EAs) on MT4/MT5 | Yes, supports algorithmic trading on xStation |
Market Maker/ECN | ECN/STP broker (depending on account type) | Market Maker |
Trade Execution Type | Instant execution (Market execution on some accounts) | Market execution |
Scalping Allowed | Yes | Yes |
Hedging Allowed | Yes | Yes |
Stop Loss/Take Profit | Yes, available on all platforms | Yes, available on all platforms |
Trailing Stop | Yes, available on MT4/MT5 platforms | Yes, available on xStation |
Price Alerts | Yes, on all platforms | Yes, on xStation |
Advanced Charting | Yes, via MetaTrader platforms | Yes, via xStation |
Custom Indicators | Yes, MetaTrader allows importing custom indicators | Yes, xStation supports custom indicators |
Economic News Integration | Yes, on platform and website | Yes, integrated into xStation platform |
Risk Management Tools | Yes, including margin call, stop-out levels | Yes, margin call, stop-out level, customizable alerts |
Leverage Customization | Yes, adjustable leverage based on client preference | Yes, leverage can be adjusted depending on the asset |
Volatility Protection | Yes, slippage protection tools are available | Yes, includes tools like maximum deviation on trades |
Order Types Supported | Market, Limit, Stop, OCO, Good 'Til Canceled (GTC) | Market, Limit, Stop, OCO, Good 'Til Canceled (GTC) |
Bonus/Promotions | Occasionally offers bonuses depending on region | Does not offer bonuses or promotions |
Affiliate Program | Yes, affiliate and introducing broker programs | Yes, offers an affiliate program |
Competitions/Trading Contests | No | No |
VPS Hosting | Yes, free for eligible clients | No |
Funds Segregation | Yes, client funds are held in segregated accounts | Yes, client funds are held in segregated accounts |
Liquidity Providers | Multiple top-tier liquidity providers | Market maker with access to deep liquidity pools |
Spread Betting | No | Available for UK residents |
Trading Signals | Yes, through MetaTrader platforms | Yes, integrated in xStation |
Partnership Programs | Yes, affiliate and IB programs | Yes, affiliate and IB programs |
Rebates/Refunds | No | Yes, rebate programs for active traders |
Server Location/Latency | Multiple server locations worldwide (Asia, Europe, etc.) | European-based servers for fast execution |
Tick History/Data | Yes, available for backtesting | Yes, available on xStation for historical data |
Order Execution Transparency | High transparency, visible on MT4/MT5 platforms | Yes, full transparency on spreads and commissions |
Third-Party Analysis Integration | Yes, supports Autochartist and Trading Central | No built-in third-party integrations |
Backtesting Capabilities | Yes, through MetaTrader (MT4/MT5) | Yes, via xStation and external tools |
Broker Type | ECN/STP (depending on account type) | Market Maker |
Guaranteed Stop Loss | No | No |
Slippage Policy | Positive/negative slippage may occur, slippage control options available | Positive/negative slippage possible |
Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 lots | 0.01 lots |
Maximum Trade Size | 200 lots per trade | 50 lots per trade |
Margin Call Level | 60% (varies by account) | 50% (varies by jurisdiction) |
Stop Out Level | 0% for Standard accounts, 30% for other accounts | 30% for Standard accounts |
Trading Hours | 24/5 for forex markets, cryptocurrency markets open 24/7 | 24/5 for most assets, crypto available 24/7 |
Dividend Payments on Stocks | No (trading CFDs, not physical stocks) | Yes, on CFD stocks (simulates real dividend payments) |
Requotes | No, applies market execution | No, applies market execution |
Execution Model | ECN for certain accounts, STP for others | Market Maker |
Fixed Spreads | No | No, only variable spreads |
Variable Spreads | Yes, tight variable spreads available | Yes, tight variable spreads available |
Trading Competitions | No | No |
Funds Insurance | Yes, client funds insured as per regulations | Yes, funds insured under regulatory requirements |
Client Categorization | Retail, Professional | Retail, Professional |
Investment Programs | Yes, Copy Trading platform | No direct investment programs, only CFD trading |
Interest on Free Margin | No | No |
Mobile Push Notifications | Yes, through MetaTrader mobile apps | Yes, through xStation Mobile |
Available APIs | Yes, for institutional and advanced users (MetaTrader) | No open API available |
Desktop Platform Customization | Yes, highly customizable with plugins and EAs | Yes, moderate customization options available |
Multilingual Support | Yes, supports 15+ languages | Yes, supports over 10 languages |
Account Currencies | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, JPY, and 80+ other currencies | USD, EUR, GBP, PLN (depending on region) |
Multi-Account Management (MAM) | Yes, available for money managers | No, only single account management |
Trustpilot Rating | 4.0/5 (as of 2024) | 4.0/5 (as of 2024) |
Spread Calculation Frequency | Realtime, dynamic based on market conditions | Realtime, dynamic based on liquidity |
Personal Account Manager | Yes, for VIP clients | Yes, for professional clients |
Advanced Risk Management Tools | Yes, customizable margin requirements, risk warnings | Yes, includes stop-out and risk management alerts |
Professional Client Benefits | Higher leverage, lower margin requirements | Higher leverage, professional support |
Inactivity Fee | No inactivity fee | Yes, after 12 months of inactivity |
Access to Emerging Markets | Yes, includes markets from Asia, Africa, Latin America | Yes, access to a wide range of emerging market CFDs |
News Feed Integration | Yes, on MetaTrader platforms | Yes, integrated news feed from top providers |
Custom Reports | Yes, customizable reports for performance tracking | Yes, customizable reports on xStation |
Leverage on Cryptocurrencies | 1:100 (region-dependent) | 1:2 (lower leverage for cryptocurrencies) |
