| Feature | XM Trading | Titan FX |
|---|---|---|
| Established | 2009 | 2014 |
| Regulation | CySEC (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission), ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission), FSC (Financial Services Commission of Belize), DFSA (Dubai Financial Services Authority) | VFSC (Vanuatu Financial Services Commission), FSA (Seychelles Financial Services Authority), FSC (Financial Services Commission of Mauritius) |
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $200 |
| Maximum Leverage | 0.73611111111111 | 0.38888888888889 |
| Spread Type | Variable | Variable |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile Apps | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile Apps |
| Account Types | Micro, Standard, Ultra Low, Shares | Zero Micro, Zero Standard, Zero Blade |
| Commission | None (except Shares account) | $7 per lot (Zero Blade account) |
| Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 lots | 0.01 lots |
| Trading Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies | Forex, Metals, Energy, Indices, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies |
| Deposit Methods | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, etc.) | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, etc.), Cryptocurrencies |
| Withdrawal Methods | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies |
| Processing Time | Deposits: Instant for E-wallets and Cards; Withdrawals: 24 hours | Deposits: Instant for E-wallets and Cards; Withdrawals: 1-2 business days |
| Islamic Accounts | Available | Available |
| Demo Accounts | Available | Available |
| Customer Support | 24/5 via Live Chat, Email, Phone | 24/5 via Live Chat, Email, Phone |
| Educational Resources | Webinars, Tutorials, Market Analysis | Market Analysis, Trading Tools |
| Promotions/Bonuses | Deposit Bonuses, Loyalty Programs | Not typically offered |
| Languages Supported | Multiple including English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic | Multiple including English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean |
| Market Execution Type | Market Execution | Market Execution |
| Slippage Protection | Negative Balance Protection, No Requotes, No Rejections | Negative Balance Protection, Low Slippage Execution |
| Stop-Out Level | 20% | 20% |
| Hedging Allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Scalping Allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | Allowed | Allowed |
| Social & Copy Trading | Available via MetaTrader signals | Not explicitly supported |
| Algorithmic Trading | Fully supported via MT4 & MT5 | Fully supported via MT4 & MT5 |
| Order Types | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop, OCO (One Cancels the Other) | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop |
| Margin Call Level | 50% | 90% |
| Swap-Free Account (Islamic) | Yes, available on request | Yes, available on request |
| Asset Classes Offered | 1000+ instruments | 200+ instruments |
| STP/ECN Trading | STP model | ECN model |
| Deposit Fees | No fees on deposits | No fees on deposits |
| Withdrawal Fees | No fees for most withdrawals | No fees for most withdrawals, crypto withdrawal fees may apply |
| Affiliate Program | Yes, multi-tier system | Yes, competitive IB program |
| Regulatory Protection Level | High (Multi-tier regulation) | Medium (Offshore regulation) |
| Trading Sentiment Tools | Yes, available | No explicit sentiment tools |
| Mobile Trading | Yes, via MT4 & MT5 apps | Yes, via MT4 & MT5 apps |
| Custom Trading Tools | XM Research, Trading Signals, Autochartist | Titan FX Trading Tools Suite |
| Spreads on Major Pairs | From 0.6 pips (Standard Account) | From 0.0 pips (Blade Account) |
| Corporate/Professional Accounts | Yes, available | Yes, available |
| Regulatory Compensation Scheme | Yes, investor compensation fund | No compensation scheme |
| Cryptocurrency Trading | Yes, available | Yes, available |
| CFD Trading | Yes | Yes |
| Metals & Commodities Trading | Yes | Yes |
| Customizable Leverage | Yes, adjustable per account type | Yes, adjustable per account type |
| Best for Beginners or Advanced Traders? | Beginner-friendly with education & bonuses | Advanced traders due to ECN model & low spreads |
| Company Headquarters | Cyprus, Australia, Belize | Vanuatu, Seychelles, Mauritius |
| Broker Type | Market Maker (Hybrid STP) | ECN/STP |
| Fractional Pip Pricing | Yes (5th decimal pricing) | Yes (5th decimal pricing) |
| Tick Size | 0.00001 (Forex pairs) | 0.00001 (Forex pairs) |
| Direct Market Access (DMA) | No | Yes (via ECN) |
| Smart Order Routing (SOR) | No | Yes |
| Liquidity Providers | Tier-1 Banks, Institutional LPs | Top-tier ECN liquidity providers |
| Market Depth Transparency | Limited | Yes (Raw ECN market depth) |
| Forex Pair Offering | 55+ currency pairs | 70+ currency pairs |
| Indices Available | 30+ | 20+ |
| Commodity Offerings | Yes (Gold, Silver, Oil, Natural Gas) | Yes (Gold, Silver, Oil, Natural Gas, Soft Commodities) |
| Stock CFDs | Yes, 1000+ stocks | Yes, but fewer stocks than XM |
| Crypto CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Trade Execution Technology | Ultra-fast, low-latency servers | NY4, TY3, LD5 Data Centers for high-speed execution |
| Price Improvement Feature | No | Yes, if price improves before order fills |
| Market Gap Protection | No | Yes |
| Swap Rates (Overnight Fees) | Competitive, varies by instrument | Competitive, lower on Blade accounts |
| Interest on Margin Balance | No | No |
| Trailing Stop Execution | Yes | Yes |
| Pending Order Validity | Good Till Cancelled (GTC), Day Order, Expiry | GTC, Day Order, Expiry |
| One-Click Trading | Yes | Yes |
| Partial Order Fills | Yes | Yes |
| Guaranteed Stop Loss | No | No |
| Stop Limit Orders | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist Integration | Yes (for free) | No |
| TradingView Integration | No | No |
| cTrader Support | No | No |
| Zulutrade Copy Trading | Yes | No |
| MAM/PAMM Accounts | Yes | Yes |
| Dedicated Account Manager | Yes (for high-volume traders) | Yes (for high-volume traders) |
| Web-Based Trading Terminal | Yes | Yes |
| Hedging in the Same Account | Yes | Yes |
| Real-Time Market Data | Yes | Yes |
| Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
| Market Analysis Reports | Daily | Weekly |
| Trading Contests | Yes | No |
| Bonus Withdrawal Conditions | Strict | No bonuses offered |
| Professional Trading Accounts | Yes, with additional benefits | Yes, with ECN execution benefits |
| Auto Trading Platforms | Available through MT4/MT5 | Available through MT4/MT5 |
| Time in Force (TIF) Orders | Yes (IOC, GTC, FOK) | Yes (IOC, GTC, FOK) |
| Risk Management Tools | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Margin Protection | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Negative Balance Protection |
| Multi-Account Trading Platforms (MAM/PAMM) | Yes | Yes |
| Prohibited Countries | US, Canada, Japan, North Korea, Iran | US, Canada, Japan, North Korea, Iran |
| Multiple Base Currencies for Accounts | Yes | Yes |
| Custom Indicators & Scripts | Yes (via MT4/MT5) | Yes (via MT4/MT5) |
| Latency Arbitrage Allowed? | No | No |
| Regulatory Complaint Handling | Strong | Medium |
| Withdrawal Processing Speed | 24 hours | 1-2 business days |
| Segregated Bank Accounts for Clients? | Yes | Yes |
| Insurance Protection for Funds? | Yes (depending on regulator) | No |
| Multi-Device Trading Support | Yes (Desktop, Mobile, Web) | Yes (Desktop, Mobile, Web) |
XM Trading is ideal for beginners with low deposit requirements, bonuses, and educational resources, while Titan FX caters to advanced traders with ECN execution and tighter spreads.