Forex.com
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Forex.com
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Choosing between Forex.com and Sarwa depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Forex.com is headquartered in Bedminster, USA, while Sarwa operates from Dubai, UAE. Forex.com has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Sarwa which was founded in 2017. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Forex.com
Sarwa
| Forex.com | Sarwa | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.4/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 ✓ | $500 |
| Spread from | 0.8 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:200 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | FCA, CFTC, ASIC ✓ | DFSA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
Forex.com is the better choice overall, scoring 4.4/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Sarwa offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesForex.com holds licences from FCA, CFTC, ASIC. Sarwa is regulated by SEC, DFSA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. Forex.com additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities. Sarwa adds Etf, Crypto.
On spreads, Sarwa is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.8 pips at Forex.com.
Forex.com supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Sarwa offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Forex.com requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Sarwa sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Forex.com at 4.40/5 and Sarwa at 3.34/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Forex.com leads overall with a clear advantage.
Forex.com
4.4/5
Choose Forex.com if you want…
Sarwa
3.3/5
Choose Sarwa if you want…
Forex.com scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Forex.com holds a 4.4/5 rating vs Sarwa's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Forex.com offers spreads from 0.8 pips, while Sarwa starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Forex.com requires a minimum deposit of $100. Sarwa requires $500.
Forex.com is regulated by FCA, CFTC, ASIC, MAS, while Sarwa holds licences from DFSA, SEC.
Forex.com supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Sarwa 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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