XM Review Of 2025

Trading Fees

Depending on which Country you register for XM, you can pick from five different account types with varying lot size and pricing. The Ultra Low account is ideal if you are a high volume trader due to lower swap fees.

While the Zero account is good if you value fixed commissions and lower spreads. For offshore traders, XM also offers a Standard account that is suitable for beginners.

You might also have access to open a Shares account for long term trading, but with a high $10,000 minimum deposit. Lastly, XM offers a Professional Account with high leverage if you meet special client criteria.

1. Raw Account Spreads

XM’s Zero Account, available to clients in Europe and the UK, offers ECN-style pricing with spreads starting as low as 0.1 pips for major pairs like EUR/USD, alongside a $3.50 commission per lot per trade.

In my review, XM’s Zero Account offered tight spreads on key currency pairs. The EUR/GBP average spread was 0.30 pips, and the USD/JPY average spread was 0.10 pips.

These ECN spreads are some of the industry’s lowest, matching or beating leading brokers like FP Markets and Pepperstone.

Commission Account Spreads	EUR/USDAUD/USDEUR/GBPUSD/JPYUSD/CADAUD/JPYEUR/JPYGBP/USDUSD/SGD	EUR/USDAUD/USDEUR/GBPUSD/JPYUSD/CADAUD/JPYEUR/JPYGBP/USDUSD/SGD	EUR/USDAUD/USDEUR/GBPUSD/JPYUSD/CADAUD/JPYEUR/JPYGBP/USDUSD/SGD	EUR/USDAUD/USDEUR/GBPUSD/JPYUSD/CADAUD/JPYEUR/JPYGBP/USDUSD/SGD	EUR/USDAUD/USDEUR/GBPUSD/JPYUSD/CADAUD/JPYEUR/JPYGBP/USDUSD/SGD
	0.10	0.90	0.70	0.10	1.30
	0.10	0.10	0.20	0.20	0.40
	0.10	0.30	0.30	0.30	0.40
	0.10	0.20	0.30	0.30	0.50
	0.20	0.50	0.50	0.50	0.50
	0.16	0.29	0.54	0.24	0.70
	0.10	0.60	0.70	0.60	0.15
	0.10	0.50	0.60	0.60	0.60
	0.50	0.70	0.60	0.50	0.80

Avg. spreads are taken from each broker's website and updated monthly. Last update on 08/01/2025

I and my team at CompareForexBrokers examined 38 brokers and 9 major currency pairs. We discovered that XM had tighter average spreads for 5 of these pairs.

The total average was likewise the highest of all the brokers we reviewed, predominantly due to the USD/SGD rate, which I verified twice over since it was so elevated.

Overall, while XM has low RAW account spreads for some currency pairs they tend to be more expensive than brokers like Pepperstone, Eightcap and IC Markets. That said, the commission rate of this account type also significantly contributes to trading costs so we examine this next.

2. Raw Account Commission Rate

XM Zero Account holders are charged a commission fee of $3.50 per standard lot, which amounts to $7 for a round-turn per $100,000 traded.

While this fee is competitive in USD accounts, options are limited for AUD, EUR, or GBP. As such, this can result in conversion fees, and in general, local currency accounts, such as AUD, offer more competitive commission rates.

3. Standard Account Fees

XM Micro and Standard Accounts are commission-free account types that have 1 pip starting spreads.

Our analysis of over 40 of the leading brokers’ average monthly spreads showed that while XM’s no commission spreads are competitive, there are brokers with tighter spreads.

Specifically, for EUR/USD and AUD/USD pairs, the average spread at XM is 1.60 pips.

4. Swap-Free Account Fees

XM Islamic accounts stand out remarkably from most other forex brokers’ standard offerings. The key difference is that, unlike most forex companies that charge additional fees by widening the spread on Islamic accounts, XM does not impose any extra charges.

5. Other Fees

There are no additional charges when you make a deposit or withdrawal. However, there is an inactivity fee of $5 after 90 days.

My Verdict on XM Trading Costs

This is an area that is perhaps the most important for traders looking for a new broker, and XM regretfully falls short. They have rather high trading costs and spreads compared to the industry average, which nets them an overall score in this category of 4.0 out of 10.

Trading Platforms

XM offers traders MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), and its own web and mobile XM App to suit different trading needs.

My team at CompareForexBrokers team created a trading platform selector so you can work out what trading software best matches your trading needs. I recommend you complete the short 5 step questionnaire which will help you determine your most suitable forex platform.

MetaTrader 4

I have used MT4 most of my trading career because it has a simple interface and a good balance of features. MT4 is also one of the first mainstream platforms on the market, and is used by more retail traders than any other platform.

Why I use MT4:

• MT4 has a very user-friendly interface, simple to manage even for novice traders.
• A large community means easily accessible resources such as custom indicators, Expert Advisors (EAs) and support forums.
• Good selection of charting tools (31 analytical objects, 30 technical indicators and 9 timeframes)
• 4 order types which are waiting status (buy-stop, buy-limit, sell-limit, sell-stop) and three order types for execution
• Ability to create your own Expert Advisors using MQL4 to automate and implement custom indicators

Also, if you consider flexibility in devices as important, I can highly recommend MT4 as you can run it on Android, iOS, desktop (both Windows and Mac), and browser (using MT4 WebTrader).

That is a nice advantage if you are a trader and am busy because you can see positions, and manage them anywhere.

Why you might not use it

• Limited access to stock CFDs, with a main emphasis on forex and indices.
• Though still in use, MT4 is outdated compared to newer platforms (like MT5) with advanced features.
• MetaQuotes does no longer support nor develop MT4, something that indicates MT5 will eventually replace it.

MetaTrader 5

MT5 is an upgrade from MT4, with far greater possibilities in the number of analysis tools or charts you can have open, the product types you can trade, and processing speeds.

As opposed to MT4, which is appropriate for trading via decentralised exchanges (e.g. forex), MT5 is a multi-asset platform that allows for more diversified market access. In XM’s case, it’s the addition of stock market CFDs since they’re traded via a centralised exchange.

While the look and feel of MT4 vs MT5 do have their similarities, the change did take a bit of getting used to. Learning the full potential and features of MT5 (in comparison to MT4) does take a little time.

But I’d say if you’re a intermediate or experienced trader, it’s worth a try, as it’s essentially an updated MT4 (with extra features and functionality).

Additional features that are included with MT5 (in addition to what is offered on MT4):

• Improved charting with 44 analytical objects, 38 technical indicators and 21 timeframes (scalping delight)
• Has two additional pending order types not available with MT5 – buy-stop-limit and sell-stop-limit
• Access to real volume data unlike MT4 which limits tick volumes.
• Improved programming language with MQL5 reported to be more user-friendly than MQL4 on MT4.

Also, 64-bit processing backtesting provides MT5 with the capacity to pass historical data for a particular trading strategy, and MT4, which is 32-bit, can backtest with a certain pair only.

XM App

XM have a single mobile app that offers full functionality of the desktop and WebTrader platforms.

You can download and use their app on both Android and Apple devices and use it to trade on the go, access your accounts and deposit or withdrawal funds.

After using their App for a few weeks, I found that it stood out amongst other broker’s proprietary mobile apps with its modern feel and rich trading features.

My Verdict on XM’s Trading Platforms

XM only support MT4 and MT5, which while great tools on their own, are not quite the versatile platform offering compared to competitors. They also have a great proprietary app, which stood out compared to competing brokers mobile solutions.

However, the lack of platforms such as cTrader or TradingView is a big downside for me, as I frequently use their unique features and TA tools. For this reason I give XM a score of 6.5 / 10 for their trading platforms.

Is XM Safe?

After reviewing multiple areas, I award XM a trust score of 67, as it has decent regulation, but some not so favorable 3rd party reviews.

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Regulation

XM is a global broker and as such accepts clients from all over the world, as it has regulatory oversight with multiple top-tier regulators Including ASIC for Australia-based traders and CySEC for European traders.

As I mentioned at the start, they don’t have FCA regulation, so as a UK trader, it’s best to check for other brokers instead.

Reputation

XM was established in 2009 in Belize City, Central America. During my research, I found that the online broker had no major regulatory issues on record during its 15 years of business.

TrustPilot Reviews

After checking the 2025 reviews of XM from TrustPilot, I found that the broker had a sub-par 3.6 out of 5 average rating. After going investigating further I found that many traders complained about deposit/withdrawal issues.

However, many users gave it a 5 star rating citing their appreciation of the fast execution speeds.

My Verdict on XM Trust

XM have great regulatory coverage including tier-1 entities such as the ASIC or CySEC and some tier 2 and tier 3 offshore regulators. This is weighed heavily towards a good score of 7.5/10 for their overall safety. Some points were deducted for subpar 3rd party reviews and lack of FCA oversight.

How Popular Is XM?

XM ranks among the most popular forex brokers globally. With approximately 723,000 monthly Google searches, it stands as the 4th most searched forex broker among the 65 brokers we analyzed. Similarweb data from February 2024 confirms this strong position, showing XM as the 4th most visited broker with an impressive 15,630,000 global visits.

Founded in 2009, XM has built a substantial global presence, serving over 15 million clients across 190+ countries. While the company doesn’t publicly disclose its exact trading volumes, it is in excess of 8.5 billion. XM’s popularity is particularly strong in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Latin America, reflected in its multilingual support for 30+ languages.

Country	2024 Monthly Searches
United States	74,000
Thailand	74,000
Japan	74,000
India	60,500
South Africa	33,100
Indonesia	27,100
Malaysia	27,100
Egypt	22,200
Brazil	18,100
Vietnam	18,100
Colombia	18,100
Morocco	18,100
France	14,800
Germany	14,800
Mexico	14,800
Philippines	12,100
Pakistan	12,100
Uzbekistan	12,100
Italy	9,900
Turkey	9,900
United Kingdom	8,100
Algeria	8,100
Cambodia	6,600
Spain	5,400
Peru	5,400
Canada	5,400
Taiwan	5,400
Bangladesh	5,400
Kenya	5,400
Netherlands	4,400
Saudi Arabia	4,400
Ecuador	4,400
Nigeria	4,400
Singapore	4,400
Sri Lanka	4,400
Poland	3,600
United Arab Emirates	3,600
Chile	2,900
Jordan	2,900
Australia	2,900
Venezuela	2,900
Greece	2,900
Argentina	2,400
Switzerland	2,400
Dominican Republic	2,400
Portugal	1,900
Austria	1,900
Cyprus	1,900
Ghana	1,900
Botswana	1,900
Bolivia	1,600
Mongolia	1,600
Sweden	1,300
Hong Kong	1,300
Ethiopia	1,300
Uganda	1,000
Costa Rica	880
Tanzania	880
Ireland	590
Panama	590
New Zealand	480
Mauritius	260

2024 Average Monthly Branded Searches By Country

United States	74,000 1st
Thailand	74,000 2nd
Japan	74,000 3rd
India	60,500 4th
South Africa	33,100 5th
Indonesia	27,100 6th
Malaysia	27,100 7th
Egypt	22,200 8th
Brazil	18,100 9th
Vietnam	18,100 10th

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Deposit and Withdrawal

To start trading with XM, an initial minimum deposit of $5 is required for Micro and Standard accounts, $5 for Ultra-Low accounts, and $5 for Zero Accounts and Professional Accounts. If you wish to use their Shares account, you are required to have a $10,000 minimum deposit.

Account Base Currencies

XM offers USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CHF, AUD, HUF, PLN, and RUB as base currencies for Micro and Standard Accounts.

For Ultra Low and Zero Accounts, a more limited selection of base currencies are available as shown below.

Deposit Options and Fees

XM has a rather limited way of depositing, including Bank transfer, VISA/Mastercard credit or debit cards and Skrill (depending on your region). They charge no deposit fees however.

Withdrawal Options and Fees

XM have no withdrawal fees, but like the deposit options you are limited to just Bank transfer, credit,debit card and Skrill.

Other Fees

XM traders who have not traded for 90 days will be charged a monthly inactivity fee of $5.

My Verdict on XM Funding Options

XM has very few deposit and withdrawal options, namely just credit/debit, bank and Skrill transfers. However, they have no deposit or withdrawal fees, for which I have to give them a score of 6.4/10 for the category of funding.

Product Range

XM offer 1400+ global assets including forex, commodities, precious metals, thematic indices, stock CFDs and energies.

XM provides access to forex trading with competitive spreads and commission-free accounts. While the exact number of currency pairs is not explicitly stated, the broker supports major, minor, and exotic pairs, including EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, and USD/SGD.

• For Precious Metals, the broker also offers CFDs for Gold, Silver and Platinum, Palladium.
• Stocks – the broker has over 1000 different stock CFDs including individual stocks.
• Energies: There are also three energies CFDs including Oil, Brent and natural gas.
• Up to 10 different cash indices CFDs including popular options like the NASDAQ and Dow Jones.
• Up to 8 different soft commodities

My Verdict on XM Range of Markets

XM have a decent offering of over 1400+ assets and CFDs for you to pick from, including quite a lot of forex and stock CFDs with some energies and indices as well. I give XM a score of 7.5 out of 10 for their good range of markets offering.

Customer Service

Based on your location, XM offers customer support over live chat, phone, email and telegram. Depending on your region, you can get support in multiple languages. The phone support is available only on weekdays from 08:00 – 22:00, while the chat is 24/7.

Their chat window opens up with the typical AI assistant, but you can navigate to a person instead using the workflow.

As of my personal experience, I had to contact their support after I made a decent profit in GBP/JPY and tried to withdraw $500. A few hours passed, but nothing happened. XM’s support team replied in robotic efficiency: “Your withdrawal is under review.”

I had better success reaching out to their phone support, as they could look into my account and figure out where the hold was occurring (it had something to do with bank hoping to reach my account).

Eventually after a few days I got an email confirming that my deposit was processed.

My Verdict on XM Customer Service

XM Markets have a decent mix of support channels, but its not so easy to get a hold of a human support agent during certain times. Their support was able to resolve my query relatively quickly for which I give them a score of 7.5 out of 10 for the category of customer service.

Research and Education

XM have put quite an effort into their Education segment, which you can find after clicking on “Discover” on their menu. You then get the option to pick from multiple educational content types, including videos, articles and even webinars.

XM also provides free, self-paced courses covering foundational trading topics such as fundamental analysis, technical analysis, risk management, and trading strategies. These courses are segmented into digestible modules, allowing users to build skills progressively.

For instance, technical analysis modules teach chart patterns and indicators like RSI and MACD.

With materials available in 23 languages, including Arabic, Spanish, and Japanese, XM ensures inclusivity for a global audience.

What I liked the most was that XM put a great effort into making learning more user-centered, with very well organised guided educational segments.

Overall I was pleasantly surprised, as most brokers neglect this segment and only offer written guides and generic explanations of terms like lots and leverage.

My Verdict on Research and Education

Its very evident that XM spent quite a lot of time adding educational content and making it easy to follow for new traders. I found that there was excellent variety of educational materials, including webinars, videos and guides. I give them a score of 7.5 out of 10 for their education content.

Final Verdict on XM

XM is a viable broker choice if you are a beginner and more cost-conscious trader, as opening an account requires a small deposit, and the process is very quick. You also have access to MT4 and MT5, which are amazing in terms of functionality and ease of use.

However the broker falls a bit short on crucial areas such as high trading costs, especially compared to brokers like Pepperstone or IC Markets. The lack of deposit and withdrawal methods and sub-par 3-rd party user reviews are also notable downsides.

I have to give them some extra points for the excellent educational content page and hope they will add more CFDs in the future such as cryptocurrencies and other forex pairs. After a thorough review and evaluation, my overall rating of XM comes to 57 out of 100.

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