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FBS vs VT Markets
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | FBS | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.3 (9,902 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.5 (2,868 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $5 | $50 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.7 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:3000 | 1:1000 |
| Regulators | IFSC, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA | VFSC, FSCA, ASIC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, VT Markets App |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Cent, Standard, Pro, Zero Spread | Standard STP, Raw ECN, Cent |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
| Spread type | Variable | Variable |
| Commission | Varies by account type | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- FBS has a lower listed minimum deposit ($5 vs $50).
- VT Markets has the higher BrokaBoy score (7.8/10 vs 7.4/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with ASIC, FSCA.
- Only VT Markets lists VT Markets App among its platforms.
Which should you choose?
- Choose FBS if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose VT Markets if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (3 vs 2).
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, FBS or VT Markets?+
FBS has the lower listed minimum deposit ($5 vs $50). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are FBS and VT Markets regulated by the same authorities?+
They share ASIC, FSCA. FBS lists IFSC, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA; VT Markets lists VFSC, FSCA, ASIC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
VT Markets scores 7.8/10 against 7.4/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do FBS and VT Markets support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. VT Markets lists more platforms overall.
