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Forex.com vs Plus500

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

F
Forex.com
Est. 2001 · New York, USA
8.4
VS
P
Plus500
Est. 2008 · Haifa, Israel
8.1

Quick Verdict

Forex.com
5 categories won
Tied
0 categories
Plus500
2 categories won

Forex.com scores higher overall at 8.4/10 vs 8.1/10.

Score Comparison

OverallForex.com wins
Forex.com8.4
Plus5008.1
Fees & CostsForex.com wins
Forex.com8.5
Plus5008.0
PlatformsForex.com wins
Forex.com8.3
Plus5007.5
RegulationPlus500 wins
Forex.com9.0
Plus5009.3
ExecutionForex.com wins
Forex.com8.5
Plus5008.0
SupportForex.com wins
Forex.com8.0
Plus5007.5
EducationForex.com wins
Forex.com8.2
Plus5006.5
InstrumentsPlus500 wins
Forex.com8.0
Plus5008.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionForex.comPlus500
Min Deposit$100€100
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)0.8 pips typical
Commission$5 per 100K (Raw), None (Standard)None (spread-only)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)400:1300:1
Swap-FreeNoNo
Withdrawal FeeFree (1 per month, then $25)Free

Platform Comparison

Forex.com Platforms

  • Forex.com Platform
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, MetaTrader, Raw Pricing, DMA

Plus500 Platforms

  • Plus500 Platform
  • Plus500 App
Account Types:

Retail, Professional

Regulation & Safety

Forex.com Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKNFAUSAASICAustralia
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Plus500 Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKASICAustralia
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Overall Verdict

WinnerForex.com8.4

Forex.com takes the overall win with a score of 8.4 vs 8.1, winning 5 out of 7 individual categories compared to Plus500's 2.

In terms of costs, Forex.com also leads on fees. On the regulatory front, Forex.com though Plus500 has a regulatory edge.

Choose Forex.com if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose Plus500 if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as regulation and instruments.

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.