Written by ForexBrokers.com
In this head to head comparison of XM Group vs VT Markets, we will compare the trading platforms, mobile apps, range of investments, costs, market research, and more. Let's dive in.
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 51% and 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.
When comparing the online brokers XM Group and VT Markets, regulatory information and trust scores present clear differences. XM Group, established in 2009, holds four Tier-1 licenses, which are highly trusted, contributing to its Trust Score of 93 out of 99. This positions XM Group as highly trusted according to ForexBrokers.com. In contrast, VT Markets, which was founded in 2016, holds one Tier-1 license and also one Tier-2 license. With a Trust Score of 70, VT Markets is considered an average risk. Neither XM Group nor VT Markets are publicly traded or operate as banks, impacting certain aspects of their operational transparency and risk management.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Year Founded | 2009 | 2016 |
| Publicly Traded (Listed) | No | No |
| Bank | No | No |
| Tier-1 Licenses | 4 | 1 |
| Tier-2 Licenses | 1 | 1 |
| Tier-3 Licenses | 0 | 0 |
| Tier-4 Licenses | 1 | 0 |
Comparing commissions and fees, VT Markets edges out XM Group. VT Markets earns 4.5/5 stars and ranks #21 out of 63 brokers for this category at ForexBrokers.com, while XM Group holds 4/5 stars and ranks #34 out of 63. The key differences come down to spread transparency and account choices.
XM Group’s Standard account spreads are considered expensive, and the broker does not publish average spreads for its commission-based XM Zero account. That lack of published averages can make it harder to estimate your total trading costs ahead of time.
VT Markets offers two clear pricing paths. The Standard STP account is commission-free but lists a typical EUR/USD spread of 1.2 pips. The Raw ECN account uses tighter spreads with a commission; its effective EUR/USD spread was 0.83 pips (based on a 0.6 round‑turn commission and a 0.23‑pip average spread for September 2021). Raw ECN pricing is in line with industry norms, while the Standard STP pricing is less attractive. Both VT Markets accounts require only a $100 minimum deposit.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Average Spread EUR/USD - Standard | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| All-in Cost EUR/USD - Active | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Active Trader or VIP Discounts | No | No |
| ACH or SEPA Transfers | No | No |
| PayPal (Deposit/Withdraw) | No | No |
| Skrill (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes |
| Visa/Mastercard (Credit/Debit) | Yes | Yes |
| Bank Wire (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes |
Dive deeper: Best Low Spread Forex Brokers.
XM Group offers a broader lineup of tradable instruments than VT Markets. XM lists 1,394 symbols versus VT Markets’ 1,000, and provides 55 forex pairs compared with VT’s 39. Both brokers let you trade forex via CFDs, support copy trading, and offer cryptocurrency as derivatives (not the actual coins), so you can’t buy delivered crypto at either broker.
When it comes to shares, XM Group enables real share dealing on both U.S. and international exchanges, while VT Markets offers real shares on international exchanges only—not U.S. markets. Reflecting this wider range of investments, XM Group earns 4.5/5 stars and ranks 25th out of 63 for Range of Investments, compared with VT Markets’ 3.5/5 stars and 40th place.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Forex Trading (Spot or CFDs) | Yes | Yes |
| Tradeable Symbols (Total) | 1394 | 1000 |
| Forex Pairs (Total) | 55 | 39 |
| U.S. Stock Trading (Non CFD) | Yes | No |
| Int'l Stock Trading (Non CFD) | Yes | Yes |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | Yes | Yes |
| Cryptocurrency (Physical) | No | No |
| Cryptocurrency (Derivative) | Yes | Yes |
| Disclaimers | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). |
Dive deeper: Best Copy Trading Platforms.
XM Group and VT Markets both deliver familiar trading experiences built on MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Each broker offers a free demo account, copy trading, and the ability to trade directly from charts. You can access both a Windows desktop platform and a web-based platform, but neither broker has its own in-house platform. Third‑party copy networks like DupliTrade and ZuluTrade aren’t available at either broker.
For charting, VT Markets lists more drawing tools (30) than XM Group (15), while watch lists at both support seven columns. ForexBrokers.com rates both brokers 4 out of 5 for Trading Platforms and Tools, though XM Group ranks higher overall in the category (#33 of 63) compared with VT Markets (#48 of 63). If you want more built-in drawing tools, VT Markets has the edge; if third‑party add‑ons and a higher category ranking matter, XM Group may appeal more.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Trading (Demo) | Yes | Yes |
| Proprietary Platform | No | No |
| Desktop Platform (Windows) | Yes | Yes |
| Web Platform | Yes | Yes |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | Yes | Yes |
| MetaTrader 4 (MT4) | Yes | Yes |
| MetaTrader 5 (MT5) | Yes | Yes |
| DupliTrade | No | No |
| ZuluTrade | No | No |
| Charting - Indicators / Studies (Total) | 30 | 15 |
| Charting - Drawing Tools (Total) | 15 | 30 |
| Charting - Trade From Chart | Yes | Yes |
| Watchlists - Total Fields | 7 | 7 |
Dive deeper: Best MetaTrader 4 Brokers, Best MetaTrader 5 Brokers.
XM Group and VT Markets both deliver mobile trading apps for iPhone and Android. Each app offers price alerts, 30 technical studies for charting, the ability to draw trendlines, multiple time frames (intraday to weekly), and real-time quote watchlists. One limitation shared by both platforms is that chart drawings do not auto-save.
The standout difference is watchlist syncing: XM Group syncs symbols between the mobile app and your online account, while VT Markets does not. In terms of recognition, both earn 4 out of 5 stars for mobile trading apps, but XM Group ranks higher at #31 out of 63 brokers compared with VT Markets at #45, according to ForexBrokers.com. If syncing across devices is important, XM Group has the edge; otherwise, the core charting and alert tools are comparable.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Apple iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Alerts - Basic Fields | Yes | Yes |
| Watchlist Syncing | Yes | No |
| Mobile Charting - Indicators / Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Mobile Charting - Draw Trendlines | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Charting - Multiple Time Frames | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Charting - Drawings Autosave | No | No |
| Mobile Watchlist | Yes | Yes |
Dive deeper: Best Forex Trading Apps.
Comparing market research at XM Group and VT Markets, both brokers deliver daily market commentary and forex news from top-tier sources like Bloomberg, Reuters, or Dow Jones. Each includes Trading Central for technical and fundamental insights, a sentiment tool showing the balance of long vs. short positions, and an economic calendar to track key events. Neither broker offers Autochartist.
According to ForexBrokers.com, XM Group earns 5 stars for research and ranks #8 out of 63 brokers, while VT Markets scores 3.5 stars and ranks #37. XM does not offer research from TipRanks or Acuity Trading; VT Markets does not indicate TipRanks or Acuity integrations. If independent ratings and research features are priorities, XM Group has the edge in this comparison.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Daily Market Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Forex News (Top-Tier Sources) | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
| Trading Central (Recognia) | Yes | Yes |
| Social Sentiment - Currency Pairs | Yes | Yes |
| TipRanks | No | |
| Signal Centre (Acuity Trading) | No | |
| Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
Dive deeper: Best Brokers for Forex Research.
Both XM Group and VT Markets provide plenty of forex and CFD education for beginners, with libraries that include at least 10 articles, videos, or similar materials. XM Group gives new traders more ways to learn: it runs monthly live educational webinars and keeps a searchable archive of past sessions, so you can watch lessons anytime. Both offer 10+ beginner video lessons, but XM also adds 10+ advanced videos to help you keep progressing, while VT Markets does not.
VT Markets counters with an investor dictionary covering 50+ trading terms, which can be handy when you’re just starting out, but XM Group earns the higher marks overall. XM Group is rated 5 stars for Education and ranks #7 out of 63 brokers on ForexBrokers.com, compared with VT Markets’ 3.5-star rating and #56 ranking. If you want a structured path with live classes and on-demand replays, XM Group is the stronger pick; if a quick glossary is your priority, VT Markets offers that convenience.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Education (Forex or CFDs) | Yes | Yes |
| Client Webinars | Yes | No |
| Client Webinars (Archived) | Yes | No |
| Videos - Beginner Trading Videos | Yes | Yes |
| Videos - Advanced Trading Videos | Yes | No |
| Investor Dictionary (Glossary) | No | Yes |
Dive deeper: Best Forex Brokers for Beginners.
After testing 63 of the best forex brokers, our research and account testing finds that XM Group is better than VT Markets. XM Group finished with an overall rank of #17, while VT Markets finished with an overall rank of #44.
XM Group is a MetaTrader-only broker that offers a strong selection of high-quality educational content and market research.
| Feature |
XM Group
|
VT Markets
|
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating |
|
|
| Trust Score | 93 | 70 |
| Range of Investments |
|
|
| Commissions & Fees |
|
|
| Platforms & Tools |
|
|
| Research |
|
|
| Mobile Trading |
|
|
| Education |
|
|
Both XM Group and VT Markets do not offer the ability to buy actual delivered cryptocurrency, but they do provide options to purchase cryptocurrency derivatives.
Both XM Group and VT Markets do not support ACH or SEPA transfers or PayPal for depositing or withdrawing funds, but they both offer Skrill, Visa or Mastercard, and bank wires as available options.
Please note:
We review each broker’s overall global offering – a “Yes” checkmark in our Compare Tool does not guarantee the availability of any specific features in your country of residence. To verify the availability of any features within your country of residence, please contact the broker directly.
Select Brokers
↓×Compare
0 of 5| Overall Rating | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating |
|
| |
| Commissions & Fees |
|
| |
| Range of Investments |
|
| |
| Platforms & Tools |
|
| |
| Mobile Trading |
|
| |
| Research |
|
| |
| Education |
|
| |
| Trust Score | 93 | 70 | |
| Winner | check_circle | ||
| Review | XM Group Review | VT Markets Review |
| Broker Screenshots | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broker Gallery (click to expand) |
|
|
| Regulation | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trust Score | 93 | 70 | |
| Year Founded | 2009 | 2016 | |
| Publicly Traded (Listed) | No | No | |
| Bank | No | No | |
| Regulated in one or more EU or EEA countries (MiFID). | Yes | No | |
| Tier-1 Licenses | 4 | 1 | |
| Tier-2 Licenses | 1 | 1 | |
| Tier-3 Licenses | 0 | 0 | |
| Tier-4 Licenses | 1 | 0 |
| Tier-1 Licenses (Highly Trusted) | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia (ASIC Authorised) | Yes | Yes | |
| Canada (CIRO Authorised) | No | No | |
| Hong Kong (SFC Authorised) | No | No | |
| Japan (SFC Authorised) | No | No | |
| Singapore (MAS Authorised) | No | No | |
| Switzerland (FINMA Authorised) | |||
| United Kingdom (U.K.) (FCA Authorised) | No | No | |
| USA (CFTC Authorized) | No | No | |
| New Zealand (FMA Authorised) | No | No | |
| Regulated in one or more EU or EEA countries (MiFID). | Yes | No |
| Tier-2 Licenses (Trusted) | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya (CMA Authorised) | |||
| Israel (ISA Authorised) | No | No | |
| South Africa (FSCA Authorised) | Yes | Yes | |
| UAE (DFSA/Central Bank Authorised) | Yes | No | |
| India (SEBI Authorised) | No | No | |
| Jordan (JSC Authorised) |
| Investments | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forex Trading (Spot or CFDs) | Yes | Yes | |
| Tradeable Symbols (Total) | 1394 | 1000 | |
| Forex Pairs (Total) | 55 | 39 | |
| U.S. Stock Trading (Non CFD) | Yes | No | |
| Int'l Stock Trading (Non CFD) | Yes | Yes | |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | Yes | Yes | |
| Cryptocurrency (Physical) | No | No | |
| Cryptocurrency (Derivative) | Yes | Yes | |
| Disclaimers | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). |
| Cost | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Spread EUR/USD - Standard | 1.6 | 1.2 | |
| All-in Cost EUR/USD - Active | 0.8 | 0.8 | |
| Active Trader or VIP Discounts | No | No | |
| Inactivity Fee | Yes | No | |
| Execution: Agency Broker | No | No | |
| Execution: Market Maker | Yes | Yes |
| Funding | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $100 | |
| PayPal (Deposit/Withdraw) | No | No | |
| Skrill (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes | |
| Visa/Mastercard (Credit/Debit) | Yes | Yes | |
| Bank Wire (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes | |
| ACH or SEPA Transfers | No | No |
| Trading Platforms | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Platform | No | No | |
| Desktop Platform (Windows) | Yes | Yes | |
| Web Platform | Yes | Yes | |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | Yes | Yes | |
| MetaTrader 4 (MT4) | Yes | Yes | |
| MetaTrader 5 (MT5) | Yes | Yes | |
| cTrader | No | No | |
| DupliTrade | No | No | |
| ZuluTrade | No | No |
| Trading Tools | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual Trading (Demo) | Yes | Yes | |
| Alerts - Basic Fields | Yes | Yes | |
| Watchlists - Total Fields | 7 | 7 | |
| Charting - Indicators / Studies (Total) | 30 | 15 | |
| Charting - Drawing Tools (Total) | 15 | 30 | |
| Charting - Trade From Chart | Yes | Yes | |
| Charts can be saved | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Trading | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android App | Yes | Yes | |
| Apple iOS App | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Alerts - Basic Fields | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Watchlist | Yes | Yes | |
| Watchlist Syncing | Yes | No | |
| Mobile Charting - Indicators / Studies | 30 | 30 | |
| Mobile Charting - Draw Trendlines | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Charting - Multiple Time Frames | Yes | Yes | |
| Mobile Charting - Drawings Autosave | No | No | |
| Mobile Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
| Research | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Market Commentary | Yes | Yes | |
| Forex News (Top-Tier Sources) | Yes | Yes | |
| Autochartist | No | No | |
| Trading Central (Recognia) | Yes | Yes | |
| TipRanks | No | ||
| Social Sentiment - Currency Pairs | Yes | Yes | |
| Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
| Education | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (Forex or CFDs) | Yes | Yes | |
| Client Webinars | Yes | No | |
| Client Webinars (Archived) | Yes | No | |
| Videos - Beginner Trading Videos | Yes | Yes | |
| Videos - Advanced Trading Videos | Yes | No | |
| Investor Dictionary (Glossary) | No | Yes |
| Major Forex Pairs | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBP/USD | Yes | Yes | |
| USD/JPY | Yes | Yes | |
| EUR/USD | Yes | Yes | |
| USD/CHF | Yes | Yes | |
| USD/CAD | Yes | Yes | |
| NZD/USD | Yes | Yes | |
| AUD/USD | Yes | Yes | |
| Review | XM Group Review | VT Markets Review |
| Overall | XM Group | VT Markets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating |
|
| |
| Commissions & Fees |
|
| |
| Range of Investments |
|
| |
| Platforms & Tools |
|
| |
| Mobile Trading |
|
| |
| Research |
|
| |
| Education |
|
| |
| Trust Score | 93 | 70 | |
| Winner | check_circle | ||
| Review | XM Group Review | VT Markets Review |
IG
CMC Markets
FOREX.com
XTB
eToro
AvaTrade
Plus500
Pepperstone
FP Markets
Tickmill