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Choosing between XM and Equiti depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XM is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Equiti operates from Amman, Jordan. XM has the longer track record, established in 2009, 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.
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XM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Equiti offers lower spreads (0.5 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
XM
3.9 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Equiti
0.6 vs 0.5 pips
Regulation
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3 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
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$5 vs $500
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Lower feesXM holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Equiti is regulated by FCA, FSRA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Equiti is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.5 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at XM.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Equiti offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4, MT5.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Equiti sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores XM at 3.92/5 and Equiti at 3.23/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XM leads overall with a clear advantage.
XM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XM holds a 3.9/5 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.
XM offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while Equiti starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5. Equiti requires $500.
XM is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FCA, while Equiti holds licences from FCA, FSRA.
XM supports MT4, MT5, 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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