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XTB vs Fusion Markets : Fees, Safety & Trading Conditions Compared (2026)

Broker Name

XTB

XTB

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Fusion Markets

Fusion Markets

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Broker Overview

Broker Type (e.g., Market Maker, ECN/STP)

Market maker

ECN broker

Years of Existence / Established Year

2002

2017

Customer Base / Number of Accounts

2 Million

No information


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Regulation & Security

Regulations (governing bodies)

FCA, KNF, CySEC, DFSA, BaFin, FSCA, and FSC.

ASIC, VFSC, and FSA

Awards Won (count for the last 2 years)

Best for low cost ISA 2025, Best CFD Broker of 2025, Europe's fastest growing company 2025, Highly Recommended Finder Awards 2024,

Best MetaTrader Broker, Lowest Spread Forex Broker, Lowest Commission Forex Broker in 2023, 2024

Security Measures

FSCS

No

SSL Encryption / 2FA

Yes

Yes

Segregated Funds

Yes

Yes

Negative Balance Protection

Yes

Yes* Restriction for some regions


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Trading Instruments/Products Offered

Assets Types / Trading Instruments (total count and breakdown)

11400+ trading instruments, including an investment plan

12+ metals including energies, US shares CFDs

Currency Pairs

Yes

Yes

Commodities

Yes

Yes

Indices

Yes

Yes

Cryptocurrencies

Yes

Yes

CFDs

Yes

Yes

ETFs

Yes

No

Stocks

Yes

No

Options

No

No

Futures

No

No

Bonds

No

No

Mutual Funds

No

No

Fractional Shares

Yes

No

Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs)

No

No

Precious Metals

Yes

Yes

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

No

No

Equities

Yes

Yes


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Trading Platforms & Technology

Trading Platform Availability

Yes

Yes

MT4

No

Yes

MT5

No

Yes

cTrader

No

Yes

Social Trading

No

No

Copy Trading

No

Yes

Other Trading Platforms (proprietary, etc.)

X station

No

Platform Compatibility (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android)

Yes

Yes


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Account Types & Conditions

Account Types (Retail, Pro, VIP, etc.)

Standarad, Professional

Zero, Classic, Swap free accounts

Demo Account (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Islamic Accounts (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Minimum Deposit

$0

$0

Leverage Available

1:2 to 1:500

10:1- 500:1

Trade Limit (maximum per trade)

Depends on assets class

50,000,000 USD

Commission (per account type)

$0

Zero account- $4.5, Classic account -$0

Best Suited For (e.g., beginners, experienced traders)

Beginners to experienced traders

Beginners and active traders


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Deposit & Withdrawal Options

Deposit Methods

bank transfers, credit and debit cards, e-wallets

Dragon pay, Wire Transfer, SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area), Transferwise, Visa, MasterCard, Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin payments , Ethereum payments, e-wallets

Withdrawal Methods

bank transfers, credit and debit cards, e-wallets

Dragon pay, Wire Transfer, SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area), Transferwise, Visa, MasterCard, Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin payments , Ethereum payments, e-wallets

Other E-Wallets Supported

Skrill, Neteller

Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, Sticpay, FasaPay, Perfect Money, JetonCash, AstroPay, PayID, Doku Wallet


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Tools & Educational Resources

Economic Calendar

Yes

Yes

Tools & Educational Resources (tutorials, webinars, market news, etc.)

Educational Articles and Market Articles

Trading Education, Market Analysis, Webinars, Video Tutorials, Trading Guides and eBooks, Market Insights and News


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Fees & Commissions

Trading-Related Fees

Spread 0.1 to 0.8 pips, Stock transfer fee- USD 25, ETF commission- 0.2%

Commission- $2.25 per side, Spread starts from 0.0 pips

Spread (typical, fixed, variable)

Variable

Fixed and variable spreads

Per Lot Fees

0.08% per lot, or 0.16% per round turn

$4.50

Options Contract Fees

NA

NA

Futures Contract Fees

NA

NA

Markup Fees on Spread

NA

0.0 pip

Guaranteed Stop Loss Fees

NA

NA

Maximum Leverage

(1:500)

500:1


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Non-Trading Fees

Dormant Fees

Charges apply 12 months of inactivity

$0

Subscription Fees (for premium features, data feeds)

NA

NA

Advisory Fees

0% advisory fee for cash-enhanced portfolio, 0.30% annual advisory fee for market-focused portfolio, 0.75-0.85% annual advisory fee for personal advice

NA

Swap Fees (Overnight Financing)

No

$0

Statement or Document Fee

$0

NA

Account Opening Fee

$0

$0

Account Maintenance Fee

$0

NA

Deposit Fee

$0- Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, or Maestro, 2% fee for deposits via Skrill.

$0

Currency Conversion Fee

0.50%

$0

Withdrawal Fee

$0 - above $50, £5 or $20 fee for withdrawals below £50 or $50

International wire transfers $20 to $30.


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Bonuses, Promotions & Benefits

Bonuses, Promotions, and Referrals

Yes

Yes

Customer Benefits (e.g., Retirement Plan)

No

No


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Trading Hours

Trading Hours (for each asset class if applicable)

22:00 on Sunday to 21:00 on Friday GMT.

Varies by product


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Customer Support

Support Hours (e.g., 24/7, weekdays only)

(24/5)

24/7

Customer Support Methods (phone, email, live chat)

Phone: +48 222 739 976, Live chat, E-mail: [email protected]

E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +61 3 8376 2706, Live chat

Support Languages

10

12+


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Additional Information

Headquarters Location

Poland

Govant Building,BP 1276 Port Vila,Vanuatu.

Complaints (for crypto brokers)

No

No


At TradingCritique, we don't just list brokers. We test, compare, and simplify your decision-making. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our data-driven comparisons are built to match your trading style and region. Learn how we Evaluate a broker.
While XTB maintains low trading fees with no minimum deposit, Fusion Markets includes some charges for premium features and certain asset trades, making XTB the better option for budget-focused traders.
If speed and simplicity matter to you, XTB delivers a streamlined account setup. In contrast, Fusion Markets includes more documentation and KYC checks, which can delay access but ensures strong compliance.
If you're trading on-the-go, XTB mobile platform is fluid and intuitive. Fusion Markets desktop and web apps are more robust, making them suitable for in-depth trading sessions.
XTB supports complex strategies and asset diversity, while Fusion Markets offers clarity and low-cost access for long-term holders.