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XM Review 2026

4.3/5
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CySEC, ASIC, IFSC
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Affiliate disclosure: AlphaScala may receive commission if you open an account with XM through links on this page. This does not affect our editorial review – see our editorial policy on independence.

Overview

XM is a globally regulated broker serving over 10 million clients across 190 countries. Founded in 2009, XM has built a reputation for accessibility, offering micro accounts with just $5 minimum deposit. The broker excels in education, providing daily webinars, video tutorials, and a comprehensive trading academy. XM is ideal for beginners and intermediate traders who value education and low entry barriers.

Founded

2009

Headquarters

Limassol, Cyprus

Min Deposit

$5

Max Leverage

1:1000

Pros

  • $5 minimum deposit makes it very accessible
  • Extensive free educational resources
  • Multi-regulated with strong track record
  • Negative balance protection
  • No deposit or withdrawal fees
  • Excellent customer support in 30+ languages

Cons

  • Spreads higher than ECN competitors
  • Limited platform selection (MT4/MT5 only)
  • No cTrader or TradingView integration
  • Inactivity fee after 90 days
Account Types & Spreads
AccountMin DepositSpreadCommission
Micro$51.0 pips$0
Standard$51.0 pips$0
XM Ultra Low$500.6 pips$0
Shares$10,000VariableFrom $1
Regulation & Licensing
Regulatory BodyLicense Number
CySECLicense 120/10
ASICLicense 443670
IFSCLicense 60/354/TS/19

Trading Platforms

MetaTrader 4MetaTrader 5XM App

Available Instruments

Forex (55+ pairs)
Indices (18)
Commodities (15)
Shares (1200+)
Crypto (30+)
Energies (8)
How this review was produced

Compiled from regulatory filings, broker-published documentation, and our editorial criteria (regulation, spreads, platforms, fees). AlphaScala may earn affiliate commission if you open an account with XM through links on this page – this does not affect the rating.

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Rating Breakdown

Spreads & Fees
4
Platform & Tools
4.2
Regulation & Safety
4.5
Customer Support
4.5
Education
4.8
Deposit & Withdrawal
4.3

Quick Facts

Spreads From0.6 pips
Commission$0 (Standard)
Max Leverage1:1000
Min Deposit$5
Withdrawal FeeFree

Deposit Methods

Bank TransferCredit/Debit CardSkrillNetellerLocal Payment Methods

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