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Choosing between XM and Longbridge depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XM is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Longbridge operates from Hong Kong. XM has the longer track record, established in 2009, compared to Longbridge which was founded in 2019. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
XM
Longbridge
| XM | Longbridge | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | CySEC, ASIC, FCA ✓ | SFC, MAS |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
XM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Longbridge offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowXM
Longbridge
XM
Longbridge
Lower feesXM holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Longbridge is regulated by MAS, SFC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. XM additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Commodities. Longbridge adds Etf, Options.
On spreads, Longbridge is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at XM.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Longbridge offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Longbridge sets no minimum deposit. This makes Longbridge accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XM at 3.92/5 and Longbridge at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XM leads overall with a clear advantage.
XM
3.9/5
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Longbridge
3.4/5
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XM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XM holds a 3.9/5 rating vs Longbridge's 3.4/5. 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 Longbridge starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5. Longbridge requires $0.
XM is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FCA, while Longbridge holds licences from SFC, MAS.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Longbridge 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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