FX-Brokers.eu
Menu

Exness vs Swissquote

Head-to-head comparison of fees, platforms, regulation, and trading conditions to help you choose the right EU broker in 2026.

E
Exness
Est. 2008 · Limassol, Cyprus
8.8
VS
S
Swissquote
Est. 1996 · Gland, Switzerland
8.8

Quick Verdict

Exness
3 categories won
Tied
1 categories
Swissquote
3 categories won

Score Comparison

OverallTie
Exness8.8
Swissquote8.8
Fees & CostsExness wins
Exness9.3
Swissquote7.2
PlatformsTie
Exness8.5
Swissquote8.5
RegulationSwissquote wins
Exness8.8
Swissquote9.8
ExecutionExness wins
Exness9.2
Swissquote8.8
SupportExness wins
Exness8.5
Swissquote8.0
EducationSwissquote wins
Exness7.0
Swissquote8.0
InstrumentsSwissquote wins
Exness8.2
Swissquote9.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionExnessSwissquote
Min Deposit$10CHF 1000
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 0.3 pips (Pro), 1.0 pips (Standard)1.3 pips (Standard), 0.6 pips (Elite)
Commission$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Pro/Standard)None (spread-only)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)Unlimited (offshore)100:1
Swap-FreeYesNo
Withdrawal FeeFree (instant withdrawals available)Free (CHF 10 for international bank transfer)

Platform Comparison

Exness Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • Exness Terminal
  • Exness App
Account Types:

Standard, Standard Cent, Pro, Raw Spread, Zero

Swissquote Platforms

  • Swissquote Platform
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
Account Types:

Standard, Premium, Prime, Elite

Regulation & Safety

Exness Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKFSASeychelles
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Swissquote Regulation

FINMASwitzerlandFCAUKSFCHong Kong
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

Swiss Banking Deposit Guarantee up to CHF 100,000

Overall Verdict

Both brokers score equally overall at 8.8/10. The best choice depends on your specific priorities: review the individual category scores above to decide which broker better fits your trading style.

CFD Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.