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Choosing between XTB and Swissquote depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XTB is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, while Swissquote operates from Gland, Switzerland. Swissquote has the longer track record, established in 1996, compared to XTB which was founded in 2002. 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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| XTB | Swissquote | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.8/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $1000 |
| Spread from | 0.1 pips ✓ | 1.3 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:100 |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC | FCA, MAS |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
XTB (3.8/5) and Swissquote (3.8/5) are closely matched. XTB has lower spreads; the better pick depends on your priorities.
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XTB holds licences from FCA, CySEC. Swissquote is regulated by FCA, MAS.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices markets. XTB additionally covers Commodities. Swissquote adds Crypto.
On spreads, XTB is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.1 pips, compared to 1.3 pips at Swissquote.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Swissquote offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4.
XTB requires no minimum deposit, while Swissquote sets a minimum deposit of $1,000. This makes XTB accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XTB at 3.81/5 and Swissquote at 3.80/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XTB leads overall with a marginal advantage.
XTB
3.8/5
Choose XTB if you want…
Swissquote
3.8/5
Choose Swissquote if you want…
XTB (3.8/5) and Swissquote (3.8/5) are closely matched on our independent rating scale. The better choice depends on your priorities — fees, regulation, platforms, or available markets. See the full comparison above.
XTB offers spreads from 0.1 pips, while Swissquote starts at 1.3 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XTB requires a minimum deposit of $0. Swissquote requires $1000.
XTB is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while Swissquote holds licences from FCA, MAS.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Swissquote supports MT4, MT5, 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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