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Choosing between FXCM and Equiti depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FXCM is headquartered in London, UK, while Equiti operates from Amman, Jordan. FXCM has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Equiti which was founded in 2014. 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
Equiti
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 0.5 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
FXCM
$50 vs $500
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WinnerEquiti
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Lower feesEquiti
FXCM holds licences from FCA, ASIC. Equiti is regulated by FCA, FSRA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. Equiti adds Stocks.
On spreads, FXCM is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.2 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Equiti.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Equiti offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50, while Equiti sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores FXCM at 3.66/5 and Equiti at 3.23/5, 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 Equiti'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 Equiti starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50. Equiti requires $500.
FXCM is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while Equiti holds licences from FCA, FSRA.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Equiti supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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