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Choosing between FBS and Coinbase depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FBS is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Coinbase operates from San Francisco, USA. FBS has the longer track record, established in 2009, compared to Coinbase which was founded in 2012. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
FBS
Coinbase
| FBS | Coinbase | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.5 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:3000 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | CySEC, ASIC, FSCA ✓ | FCA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
FBS is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, FBS offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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FBS holds licences from ASIC, CySEC, FSCA. Coinbase is regulated by FCA, SEC.
FBS additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities. Coinbase adds Crypto.
On spreads, FBS is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Coinbase.
FBS supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Coinbase offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
FBS requires a minimum deposit of $1, while Coinbase sets no minimum deposit. This makes Coinbase accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores FBS at 3.88/5 and Coinbase at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. FBS leads overall with a clear advantage.
FBS
3.9/5
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Coinbase
3.4/5
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FBS scores higher overall on our independent rating system. FBS holds a 3.9/5 rating vs Coinbase's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
FBS offers spreads from 0 pips, while Coinbase starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FBS requires a minimum deposit of $1. Coinbase requires $0.
FBS is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, while Coinbase holds licences from FCA, SEC.
FBS supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Coinbase supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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