Markets.com vs ScoreCM (2026): regulation, platforms and costs compared

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Data refreshed 25 Aug 2026 · Compiled by David Ispiryan

Markets.com

Trust rank #18 · Founded 2008

Markets.com is a well‐regarded forex and CFD broker offering broad access to currency pairs and multi‐asset CFDs on intuitive web and mobile platforms. It provides built‐in research, education, and risk management tools…

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ScoreCM

Trust rank #11 · Founded 2024

ScoreCM is a forex broker offering online access to currency and CFD markets via web and mobile platforms, with account options, trading tools, education, and customer support. Verify its regulatory status, fees,…

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Markets.com (Cyprus, founded 2008) holds 5 regulatory licences (ASIC, BVI FSC, CySEC, FCA, FSCA), 2 of them tier-1, offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary and sits in our low-fee bracket. ScoreCM (founded 2024) holds 9 regulatory licences (MW, DOM, PH, NG, KE…), offers MT5 and sits in our low-fee bracket. The two overlap in 148 countries; Markets.com is available in 27 countries where ScoreCM is not, and ScoreCM in 55 where Markets.com is not.

Verdict at a glance

  • Markets.com leads on track record, platform choice, instrument range and tier-1 licences.
  • ScoreCM leads on trust rank, regulatory coverage and country coverage.
  • Level on fee level.

Scored on 8 measurable dimensions where both brokers have verified data. Dimensions missing for either side are excluded rather than guessed. This is a data summary, not a recommendation.

Markets.com vs ScoreCM: side-by-side data

CriteriaMarkets.comScoreCM
Trust rank#18#11
Founded20082024
HeadquartersCyprusNot verified
RegulatorsASIC, BVI FSC, CySEC, FCA, FSCAMW, DOM, PH, NG, KE, ZA, UG, TZ, GH
Broker typeMarket MakerMarket Maker
PlatformsMT4, MT5, ProprietaryMT5
InstrumentsCommodities, Cryptocurrencies, Forex, Indices, MetalsCommodities, Forex, Indices, Metals
Countries accepted175 countries203 countries
Fee levelLowLow
Trading typesCFD TradingCFD Trading, Spot Trading
Best-for use casesRetail TradingProfessional Trading, Retail Trading

Highlighted cells mark the stronger value where a direction is objectively better (e.g. more licences, lower fees). "Not verified" means the field is not yet in our catalogue for that broker — we never fill gaps with estimates.

Pros

Markets.com

  • Multi-jurisdiction tier-1 regulation (FCA/ASIC) + segregated client funds
  • MT4/MT5 and proprietary platforms with advanced analytics
  • 2,000+ instruments including 50+ forex pairs
  • Integrated research, sentiment, and economic calendar tools
  • Negative balance protection for retail clients

ScoreCM

  • High leverage up to 1:1000
  • Multiple account types: Standard, Pro, Elite
  • Supports MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platform
  • Low minimum deposit requirement
  • Wide range of tradable instruments

Cons

Markets.com

  • No raw/commission pricing; wider spreads
  • Not available to U.S. clients
  • Protections vary by entity; weaker safeguards offshore
  • No cTrader or DMA/ECN access
  • Currency conversion fees apply

ScoreCM

  • Unclear regulatory status
  • No investor compensation scheme disclosed
  • Negative balance protection not stated
  • Client fund segregation not clearly disclosed
  • No independent audit reporting

Key features

Markets.com

  • Multi jurisdiction regulation and client fund segregation
  • Forex and CFD trading across major asset classes
  • Proprietary web and mobile platforms with MT4 and MT5
  • Advanced research sentiment and event tools
  • Negative balance protection and risk management
  • Spread betting for UK clients

ScoreCM

  • Trading instruments coverage
  • Trading platforms and analytics tools
  • Execution model and pricing
  • Security and client fund protection
  • Regulation and compliance standards
  • Account types funding and fees

Country availability: Markets.com vs ScoreCM

Available at both (148): Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Benin, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bonaire, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Curaçao, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt and 108 more.

Only Markets.com (27): Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and 2 more.

Only ScoreCM (55): American Samoa, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belize, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, China, Cook Islands, Guam, Haiti, Hong Kong, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Libya, Macao, Maldives, Mali, Micronesia and 30 more.

Availability reflects the countries each broker declares it serves. Local rules change; confirm on the broker's own site before signing up.

Markets.com vs ScoreCM: common questions

Which broker is more regulated, Markets.com or ScoreCM?

ScoreCM holds more regulatory licences: Markets.com (ASIC, BVI FSC, CySEC, FCA, FSCA) versus ScoreCM (MW, DOM, PH, NG, KE, ZA, UG, TZ, GH). Tier-1 licences: Markets.com 2, ScoreCM 0.

Which trading platforms do Markets.com and ScoreCM offer?

Markets.com offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary; ScoreCM offers MT5.

Which has lower fees, Markets.com or ScoreCM?

Both sit in the same fee bracket (low) in our catalogue; compare the spreads and commission rows above for detail.

Which is older, Markets.com or ScoreCM?

Markets.com is the older of the two, founded in 2008; ScoreCM was founded in 2024.

Are Markets.com and ScoreCM available in the same countries?

They overlap in 148 countries. Markets.com is additionally available in 27 countries (Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark and 21 more) and ScoreCM in 55 countries (American Samoa, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belize and 49 more).

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