WhichBrokerHead to head · data verified August 2026
Exness vs XM
A close call — 0.2 points apart. The winner depends on what you trade.
Pillar scores
Side by side
| Criterion | Exness | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.4 | 8.2 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2009 |
| Regulation | CySEC (EU), FCA (UK), FSA (SC), FSCA (ZA) | CySEC (EU), ASIC (AU), DFSA (AE), FSC (BZ) |
| Min. deposit | $10 (Standard account) | $5 |
| Fees | Standard: spreads from 0.2 pips; Pro accounts from 0.0 + commission; no deposit/withdrawal fees | Ultra Low account: spreads from 0.6 pips, no commission; Zero account: from 0.0 pips + commission |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade app | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, XM mobile app |
| Markets | 250+ instruments: forex, metals, crypto, energies, indices, stock CFDs | 1,000+ instruments: forex, stock CFDs, indices, commodities, metals, energies |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Traders in emerging markets, Frequent withdrawals | Bonus seekers, Small starting balances, Emerging markets |
Our verdict
Choose Exness if you want traders in emerging markets · frequent withdrawals — its standout pillar in our scoring is fees.
Choose XM if you want bonus seekers · small starting balances · emerging markets.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Exness or XM?
It's close: Exness scores 8.4/10 and XM 8.2/10 in our methodology. The right choice depends on your profile — Exness is strongest for traders in emerging markets, while XM leads for bonus seekers.
Is Exness safe?
Exness is overseen by CySEC (EU), FCA (UK), FSA (SC), FSCA (ZA). Our trust score for it is 8.0/10 — see the full Exness review for the reasoning.
Is XM safe?
XM is overseen by CySEC (EU), ASIC (AU), DFSA (AE), FSC (BZ). Our trust score for it is 8.0/10 — see the full XM review for the reasoning.