XTB
Skilling
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XTB
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Choosing between XTB and Skilling depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XTB is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, while Skilling operates from Limassol, Cyprus. XTB has the longer track record, established in 2002, compared to Skilling which was founded in 2016. 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
Skilling
| XTB | Skilling | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.5/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $100 |
| Spread from | 0.1 pips ✓ | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:30 |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC | CySEC, FSA |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | Skilling Trader, cTrader, MT4 |
XTB is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.5/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, XTB offers lower spreads (0.1 pips).
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XTB holds licences from FCA, CySEC. Skilling is regulated by CySEC, FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets. XTB additionally covers Cfd. Skilling adds Etf.
On spreads, XTB is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.1 pips, compared to 0.7 pips at Skilling.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Skilling offers Skilling Trader, cTrader, MT4, Skilling App. Both brokers are available on MT4.
XTB requires no minimum deposit, while Skilling sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes XTB accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XTB at 3.81/5 and Skilling at 3.45/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XTB leads overall with a clear advantage.
XTB
3.8/5
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Skilling
3.5/5
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XTB scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XTB holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Skilling's 3.5/5. 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 Skilling starts at 0.7 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XTB requires a minimum deposit of $0. Skilling requires $100.
XTB is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while Skilling holds licences from CySEC, FSA.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Skilling supports Skilling Trader, cTrader, MT4, Skilling App.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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