IronFX
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IronFX
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Choosing between IronFX and Sarwa depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IronFX is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Sarwa operates from Dubai, UAE. IronFX has the longer track record, established in 2010, compared to Sarwa which was founded in 2017. 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
Sarwa
| IronFX | Sarwa | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.7/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 ✓ | $500 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | CySEC, FCA, ASIC ✓ | DFSA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
IronFX is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, IronFX offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesIronFX holds licences from FCA, ASIC, CySEC. Sarwa is regulated by SEC, DFSA.
IronFX additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities, Metals. Sarwa adds Etf, Stocks, Crypto.
IronFX supports MT4, MT5. Sarwa offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IronFX requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Sarwa sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores IronFX at 3.71/5 and Sarwa at 3.34/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IronFX leads overall with a clear advantage.
IronFX
3.7/5
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Sarwa
3.3/5
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IronFX scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IronFX holds a 3.7/5 rating vs Sarwa's 3.3/5. 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 Sarwa starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IronFX requires a minimum deposit of $100. Sarwa requires $500.
IronFX is regulated by CySEC, FCA, ASIC, FSCA, while Sarwa holds licences from DFSA, SEC.
IronFX supports MT4, MT5. Sarwa 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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