XTB
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Choosing between XTB and BDSwiss depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XTB is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, while BDSwiss operates from Limassol, Cyprus. XTB has the longer track record, established in 2002, compared to BDSwiss 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.
XTB
BDSwiss
XTB is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, XTB offers lower spreads (0.1 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
XTB
3.8 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
XTB
0.1 vs 1.5 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
XTB
$0 vs $10
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WinnerBDSwiss
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Lower feesBDSwiss
XTB holds licences from FCA, CySEC. BDSwiss is regulated by FSA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, XTB is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.1 pips, compared to 1.5 pips at BDSwiss.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, MT4.
XTB requires no minimum deposit, while BDSwiss sets a minimum deposit of $10. This makes XTB accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XTB at 3.81/5 and BDSwiss at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XTB leads overall with a clear advantage.
XTB scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XTB holds a 3.8/5 rating vs BDSwiss's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
XTB offers spreads from 0.1 pips, while BDSwiss starts at 1.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XTB requires a minimum deposit of $0. BDSwiss requires $10.
XTB is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while BDSwiss holds licences from FSA, CySEC.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. BDSwiss supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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