Exness vs XM
Rebates, spreads, regulation and deposit requirements side by side — pick the broker that fits you.
Key Conditions Compared
| Exness | XM | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Rebate (per lot) | $16/lot | $26/lot |
| Established | 2008 | 2009 |
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $5 |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips | 1.0 pips |
| Platforms | MT4 / MT5 | MT4 / MT5 |
| Regulation | FSA (Seychelles) - Exness (SC) Ltd, licence SD025 · CySEC (Cyprus, EU) - Exness (Cy) Ltd, licence 178/12 · FSCA (South Africa) - Exness ZA (Pty) Ltd, FSP 51024 | CySEC (Cyprus, EU) - Trading Point of Financial Instruments Ltd, licence 120/10 · ASIC (Australia) - Trading Point of Financial Instruments Pty Ltd, AFSL 443670 · FSC (Belize) - XM Global Ltd, licence 8557558 |
| Open Account | Open Account | Open Account |
Quick Verdict
On rebates alone, XM edges ahead with up to $26 per lot; still weigh spreads, platforms and withdrawal experience before deciding.
Rebate Table Comparison
Exness
| Account Type | EURUSD (USD/lot) | Gold (USD/lot) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Account Top Rebate | $8 | $16 | Commission-free |
| Raw Spread Account | $5.5 | $11 | Low all-in cost after commission |
| Zero Account | $4.5 | $9 | For high-frequency traders |
Rates are per standard lot (1 lot). Final amounts follow the settlement statement.
XM
| Account Type | EURUSD (USD/lot) | Gold (USD/lot) | Energy (USD/lot) | Bitcoin (USD/lot) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Account Top Rebate | $9 | $26 | $2.15 | $12 | Major pairs covered |
| Ultra-Low Account | $4 | $9 | $2.15 | $5.25 | |
| Micro Account Top Rebate | $9 | $26 | $2.15 | $12 | Great for beginners |
Rates are per standard lot (1 lot). Final amounts follow the settlement statement.