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Choosing between FXCM and BDSwiss depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FXCM is headquartered in London, UK, while BDSwiss operates from Limassol, Cyprus. FXCM has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to BDSwiss 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.
FXCM
BDSwiss
FXCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, FXCM offers lower spreads (0.2 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
FXCM
3.7 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
FXCM
0.2 vs 1.5 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
BDSwiss
$50 vs $10
FXCM
WinnerBDSwiss
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Lower feesBDSwiss
FXCM holds licences from FCA, ASIC. BDSwiss is regulated by FSA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. BDSwiss adds Stocks.
On spreads, FXCM is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.2 pips, compared to 1.5 pips at BDSwiss.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on MT4, Proprietary Web.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50, while BDSwiss sets a minimum deposit of $10. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores FXCM at 3.66/5 and BDSwiss at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. FXCM leads overall with a clear advantage.
FXCM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. FXCM holds a 3.7/5 rating vs BDSwiss's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
FXCM offers spreads from 0.2 pips, while BDSwiss starts at 1.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50. BDSwiss requires $10.
FXCM is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while BDSwiss holds licences from FSA, CySEC.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. BDSwiss supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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