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Swissquote vs FP Markets

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

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Swissquote
Est. 1996 · Gland, Switzerland
8.8
VS
FM
FP Markets
Est. 2005 · Sydney, Australia
8.7

Quick Verdict

Swissquote
3 categories won
Tied
0 categories
FP Markets
4 categories won

Swissquote scores higher overall at 8.8/10 vs 8.7/10.

Score Comparison

OverallSwissquote wins
Swissquote8.8
FP Markets8.7
Fees & CostsFP Markets wins
Swissquote7.2
FP Markets9.2
PlatformsFP Markets wins
Swissquote8.5
FP Markets8.8
RegulationSwissquote wins
Swissquote9.8
FP Markets8.5
ExecutionFP Markets wins
Swissquote8.8
FP Markets9.0
SupportFP Markets wins
Swissquote8.0
FP Markets8.5
EducationSwissquote wins
Swissquote8.0
FP Markets7.5
InstrumentsSwissquote wins
Swissquote9.5
FP Markets8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionSwissquoteFP Markets
Min DepositCHF 1000$50
EUR/USD Spread1.3 pips (Standard), 0.6 pips (Elite)0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)
CommissionNone (spread-only)$3.00 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)100:1500:1
Swap-FreeNoYes
Withdrawal FeeFree (CHF 10 for international bank transfer)Free

Platform Comparison

Swissquote Platforms

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

Standard, Premium, Prime, Elite

FP Markets Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • cTrader
  • IRESS
Account Types:

Standard, Raw

Regulation & Safety

Swissquote Regulation

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

Swiss Banking Deposit Guarantee up to CHF 100,000

FP Markets Regulation

CySECCyprusASICAustralia
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Overall Verdict

WinnerSwissquote8.8

Swissquote takes the overall win with a score of 8.8 vs 8.7, winning 4 out of 7 individual categories compared to FP Markets's 3.

In terms of costs, though FP Markets edges ahead on fees. On the regulatory front, Swissquote and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Swissquote if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose FP Markets if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as fees & costs, platforms, and more.

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.