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Choosing between FXCM and Bestinvest depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FXCM is headquartered in London, UK. Bestinvest has the longer track record, established in 1986, compared to FXCM which was founded in 1999. 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
Bestinvest
FXCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Bestinvest offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
FXCM
3.7 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Bestinvest
0.2 vs 0 pips
Regulation
FXCM
2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Bestinvest
$50 vs $0
FXCM
Bestinvest
FXCM
Bestinvest
Lower feesFXCM holds licences from FCA, ASIC. Bestinvest is regulated by FCA.
FXCM additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities. Bestinvest adds Stocks, Etf.
On spreads, Bestinvest is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.2 pips at FXCM.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Bestinvest offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50, while Bestinvest sets no minimum deposit. This makes Bestinvest accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores FXCM at 3.66/5 and Bestinvest 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 Bestinvest'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 Bestinvest starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50. Bestinvest requires $0.
FXCM is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while Bestinvest holds licences from FCA.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Bestinvest 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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