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Choosing between FXCM and Pacific Union depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FXCM is headquartered in London, UK, while Pacific Union operates from Mahé, Seychelles. FXCM has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Pacific Union which was founded in 2015. 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
Pacific Union
FXCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Pacific Union offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
FXCM
3.7 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Pacific Union
0.2 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
Pacific Union
$50 vs $20
FXCM
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FXCM
Pacific Union
FXCM holds licences from FCA, ASIC. Pacific Union is regulated by FSCA, FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. Pacific Union adds Crypto.
On spreads, Pacific Union 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. Pacific Union offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50, while Pacific Union sets a minimum deposit of $20. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores FXCM at 3.66/5 and Pacific Union 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 Pacific Union'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 Pacific Union starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FXCM requires a minimum deposit of $50. Pacific Union requires $20.
FXCM is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while Pacific Union holds licences from FSCA, FSA.
FXCM supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Pacific Union 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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