WhichBrokerHead to head · data verified August 2026
XTB vs Exness
XTB wins our overall scoring by 0.4 points, but Exness still takes specific profiles.
Pillar scores
XTBExness
FeesTie
PlatformsXTB
Trust & regulationXTB
Market rangeXTB
SupportTie
Side by side
| Criterion | XTB | Exness |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Founded | 2002 | 2008 |
| Regulation | FCA (UK), KNF (PL), CySEC (EU), DFSA (AE) | CySEC (EU), FCA (UK), FSA (SC), FSCA (ZA) |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $10 (Standard account) |
| Fees | 0% commission on stocks/ETFs up to €100k monthly volume; forex spreads from 0.5 pips | Standard: spreads from 0.2 pips; Pro accounts from 0.0 + commission; no deposit/withdrawal fees |
| Platforms | xStation 5, xStation mobile | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade app |
| Markets | 6,700+ instruments: real stocks & ETFs, forex, indices, commodities CFDs | 250+ instruments: forex, metals, crypto, energies, indices, stock CFDs |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Beginners, European stock investors, Forex traders | Traders in emerging markets, Frequent withdrawals |
Our verdict
Choose XTB if you want beginners · european stock investors · forex traders — its standout pillar in our scoring is platforms.
Choose Exness if you want traders in emerging markets · frequent withdrawals.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, XTB or Exness?
XTB scores higher overall in our methodology (8.8 vs 8.4). Exness can still be the better pick for traders in emerging markets.
Is XTB safe?
XTB is overseen by FCA (UK), KNF (PL), CySEC (EU), DFSA (AE). Our trust score for it is 9.0/10 — see the full XTB review for the reasoning.
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.