IronFX
Coinbase
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Choosing between IronFX and Coinbase depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IronFX is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Coinbase operates from San Francisco, USA. IronFX has the longer track record, established in 2010, compared to Coinbase 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.
IronFX
Coinbase
| IronFX | Coinbase | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.7/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.5 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | CySEC, FCA, ASIC ✓ | FCA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
IronFX is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, IronFX offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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IronFX holds licences from FCA, ASIC, CySEC. Coinbase is regulated by FCA, SEC.
IronFX additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities, Metals. Coinbase adds Crypto.
On spreads, IronFX is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Coinbase.
IronFX supports MT4, MT5. Coinbase offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IronFX requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Coinbase sets no minimum deposit. This makes Coinbase accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IronFX at 3.71/5 and Coinbase at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IronFX leads overall with a clear advantage.
IronFX
3.7/5
Choose IronFX if you want…
Coinbase
3.4/5
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IronFX scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IronFX holds a 3.7/5 rating vs Coinbase's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
IronFX offers spreads from 0 pips, while Coinbase starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IronFX requires a minimum deposit of $100. Coinbase requires $0.
IronFX is regulated by CySEC, FCA, ASIC, FSCA, while Coinbase holds licences from FCA, SEC.
IronFX supports MT4, MT5. Coinbase 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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