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xChief vs ScoreCM Comparison

Compare trading conditions, commissions and platforms of Forex brokers xChief and ScoreCM. Find out which broker is best for you.

VS summaryScores and ranking at a glance
xChiefHigher ranked
Rating
4.2/5
Rank
#44
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Trading CFDs carries high risks. You may lose all invested funds

ScoreCM
Rating
3.4/5
Rank
#69
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Who is better - xChief or ScoreCM?

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Key differences between the brokers

Below, we show only the differences in trading conditions covered in our reviews. These may include the minimum deposit, available markets, platforms and account types. Compare these details with your requirements.

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Ratings and ranks

xChief ranks higher in the editorial ranking.
xChief
Rating: 4.2/5Rank: #44
ScoreCM
Rating: 3.4/5Rank: #69

xChief

Minimum deposit · USD
1 USD
Different platforms
  • MetaTrader 4
Different markets
  • Stocks

ScoreCM

Minimum deposit · USD
10 USD
Different platforms
None listed
Different markets
None listed

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Comparison Table of xChief and ScoreCM

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Overview: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Foundation Year20142024
Regulated in CountriesComoros, South Africa, KazakhstanDominica, Comoros
Minimum Deposit
  • 1 USD
  • 10 USD
Spreadfrom 0 pointsfrom 0.1 points
Max Leverage1:10001:1000
Trading Assets (CFDs)
  • Forex
  • Precious Metals
  • Energy Carriers
  • Indices
  • Stocks
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Forex
  • Precious Metals
  • Energy Carriers
  • Indices
  • Cryptocurrency
Trading Platforms
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • MetaTrader 5
ReviewxChief ReviewScoreCM Review

xChief Review

xChief Logo
RegisterTrading CFDs carries high risks. You may lose all invested funds
Countries of registration:
Regulators:
Trading Assets
Forex Precious Metals Energy Carriers Indices Stocks Cryptocurrency
Trading Platforms
MetaTrader 4MetaTrader 5

xChief offers traders a variety of opportunities and services for successful trading in the Forex market. With a wide selection of trading instruments, reliable trading platforms, contests, and educational materials, the broker creates conditions for developing traders of all experience levels.

Pros and Cons of xChief

Pros

  1. A wide range of trading instruments.
  2. Availability of cent and PAMM accounts.
  3. Tight spreads and low commission per transaction.
  4. Scalping and algorithmic trading allowed.

Cons

  1. Weak analytical section.
  2. No educational courses and webinars for beginner traders.

xChief is in the top 10 of the following ratings:

ScoreCM Review

ScoreCM Logo
RegisterTrading CFDs carries high risks. You may lose all invested funds
Countries of registration:
Regulators:
Trading Assets
Forex Precious Metals Energy Carriers Indices Cryptocurrency
Trading Platforms
MetaTrader 5

ScoreCM is ideal for those looking to quickly start on MT5 with a small deposit and high leverage — suitable for beginners testing strategies and active scalpers. However, its offshore regulation and limited range of instruments make the platform less attractive for investors with substantial capital and those seeking broad diversification. Overall, the broker presents itself as a reliable entry-level 'workhorse' that requires cautious risk management.

Pros and Cons of ScoreCM

Pros

  1. Low entry threshold — Standard account opens with $10.
  2. High leverage up to 1:1000 (Forex) on the basic plan.
  3. Multiple commission-free deposit/withdrawal methods.
  4. Fast account opening: short form, auto-generated password, same-day verification.
  5. 24/5 multi-channel support.

Cons

  1. Offshore regulation and no compensation scheme.
  2. Short operating history (since 2024) and limited public reputation.
  3. Limited market offering — approximately 60 CFDs; no CFDs on stocks and soft commodities.
  4. High spreads/swaps on the Standard account and an annual $25 inactivity fee.
  5. Only one platform available (MT5).

Reliability

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Reliability: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Reliability
4/5
3.2/5
Foundation Year20142024
Regulated in CountriesComoros, South Africa, KazakhstanDominica, Comoros
Regulators

xChief

xChief’s reliability can be rated as average. The group holds MISA, FSCA, and AFSA licences, but most retail clients are served by the offshore entity XCHIEF LTD, which provides a limited level of protection.

Pros

  1. The group includes several regulated entities.
  2. Holds FSCA and AFSA licences.

Cons

  1. Most retail accounts are regulated by MISA.

ScoreCM

ScoreCM is regulated by offshore FSU authorities in Dominica and Mwali, publishes licensing information and claims segregation of client funds, but lacks compensation schemes and has a brief operational history.

Pros

  1. Two active licenses
  2. Segregation of client funds

Cons

  1. Low-tier offshore regulators
  2. No compensation fund
  3. Short operating history

Account Opening

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Account Opening: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Account Opening
5/5
4.5/5
Minimum Deposit
  • 1 USD
  • 10 USD

xChief

Opening an account with Forex Chief is simple and fast thanks to a clear registration and verification process.

ScoreCM

The ScoreCM registration process is swift: a concise form, an email with a password, and a step-by-step KYC wizard. Account funding is possible within a few hours.

Pros

  1. 2–3 minutes to complete the form
  2. Intuitive KYC wizard
  3. Quick document approval

Cons

  1. Mandatory submission of 4 documents for KYC
  2. No social media registration

Account Types

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Account Types: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Account Types
5/5
3/5
Trading Accounts
  • CENT
  • Classic+
  • DirectFX
  • xPRIME
  • Standard
  • Pro
  • Elite
Minimum Deposit
  • 1 USD
  • 10 USD
Spreadfrom 0 pointsfrom 0.1 points
Max Leverage1:10001:1000
Trading Assets (CFDs)
  • Forex
  • Precious Metals
  • Energy Carriers
  • Indices
  • Stocks
  • Cryptocurrency
  • Forex
  • Precious Metals
  • Energy Carriers
  • Indices
  • Cryptocurrency
Trading Platforms
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • MetaTrader 5
Demo Account
Swap-free Account

xChief

Forex Chief offers a variety of account types, satisfying the needs of different traders, from beginners to professionals.

Pros

  1. Wide selection of accounts: DirectFX, Classic+, cent, and Islamic.
  2. Demo accounts are available for novice traders.
  3. Investment accounts available: PAMM accounts and copy trading.

ScoreCM

Three account types cover basic needs, but there is a lack of variety: no cent, fixed-spread, ECN/STP, or Islamic accounts, and copy trading/PAMM services are absent.

Pros

  1. Deposit starting at $10
  2. Raw spreads on Pro/Elite accounts

Cons

  1. No cent or fixed-spread account
  2. No Islamic (swap-free) plan
  3. No copy trading/PAMM

Commissions

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Commissions: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Commissions
4.2/5
2.5/5
Spreadfrom 0 pointsfrom 0.1 points
Average Spread (EURUSD)0.71.8
Commissionper 1 lot$2.50per 1 lot$3.50

xChief

Forex Chief offers attractive commissions and tight spreads, although swaps are average for the market. Rebates add extra benefits for active traders.

Pros

  1. Low commission per trade.
  2. Tight spreads.
  3. No inactivity fees and no withdrawal fees.

Cons

  1. High swaps.

ScoreCM

ScoreCM fees are moderate: $3.5 per lot on Pro/Elite accounts are competitive, but the Standard account, with a spread of 1.8 points and high swaps, is more expensive; the annual $25 inactivity fee slightly raises overall costs.

Pros

  1. No deposit/withdrawal fees

Cons

  1. High spreads and swaps on the Standard account
  2. $25/year account inactivity fee
  3. No discounts for high volume trading

Deposit and Withdrawal

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Deposit and Withdrawal: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Rating
5/5
4.5/5
Account Funding Methods
  • Skrill
  • Neteller
  • Volet
  • WebMoney
  • FasaPay
  • SEPA
  • Credit and Debit Cards
  • Online banking
  • SticPay
  • Payment Asia
  • Swift
  • SEPA

xChief

ForexChief offers a wide range of deposit and withdrawal methods without any fees on their part, with fast processing of requests.

ScoreCM

The absence of internal fees combined with a broad range of methods makes deposits and withdrawals convenient.

Pros

  1. No broker fees
  2. Minimum deposit of $10
  3. Instant deposit via e-wallet or cryptocurrency

Cons

  1. No option to deposit or withdraw via card

Markets and Products

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Markets and Products: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Markets and Products
4/5
3/5
Forex3942
Precious Metals210
Energy Carriers34
Indices106
Stocks100-
Cryptocurrency55

xChief

Forex Chief offers a respectable variety of trading instruments.

Pros

  1. Wide range of currency pairs and CFDs.
  2. Access to cryptocurrency trading.
  3. Flexible margin requirements.

Cons

  1. Lack of soft commodities.
  2. Limited number of stock CFDs.

ScoreCM

ScoreCM offers roughly 60 CFDs, covering currencies, metals, oil/gas, indices, and a few cryptocurrencies. The absence of stocks and soft commodities renders the range noticeably poorer than that of most competitors.

Pros

  1. High leverage up to 1:1000
  2. CFDs available on cryptocurrencies

Cons

  1. Only about 60 instruments available
  2. No CFDs on stocks
  3. No soft commodities

Trading Platforms

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Trading Platforms: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Rating
4/5
3.5/5
Trading Platforms
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • MetaTrader 5

xChief

Forex Chief offers widely used and functional MT4 and MT5 platforms, providing convenience and accessibility for traders.

Pros

  1. Use of popular and proven MT4 and MT5 platforms.
  2. Availability of platforms on various OS (Windows, iOS, Android).

Cons

  1. Lack of proprietary unique platform.
  2. Limited selection of platforms compared to some competitors.

ScoreCM

The MT5 desktop, web, and mobile platforms cover most needs, but the absence of alternatives (MT4/cTrader/TradingView) and social features restrict flexibility.

Pros

  1. Comprehensive MT5 offering: desktop, web, and mobile applications
  2. Support for algo trading and the MQL5 marketplace

Cons

  1. No MT4, cTrader, or TradingView
  2. No copy trading or social signals

Analytics

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Analytics: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Rating
3/5
3/5

xChief

ForexChief offers basic analytical tools, but they are generally insufficient for serious trading.

Pros

  1. Current central bank interest rates.
  2. Convenient trader's calculator.

Cons

  1. Outdated economic articles.
  2. Insufficient variety of analytical tools.

ScoreCM

ScoreCM provides an economic calendar, a suite of calculators, a converter, and Autochartist — offering sufficient basic tools, though lacking proprietary reviews, webinars, and smart signals, resulting in only average analytics.

Pros

  1. Economic calendar
  2. Trading calculators
  3. Autochartist plugin

Cons

  1. Lacks daily market reviews and trade ideas
  2. No webinars/video analytics

Education

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Education: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Rating
3/5
3/5

xChief

ForexChief's educational materials cover the basics, but do not offer in-depth training.

Pros

  1. Wide range of article topics for beginners.
  2. Various trading strategies and indicators are presented.

Cons

  1. Lack of more advanced materials.
  2. No video tutorials or webinars.

ScoreCM

The text-based courses and extensive glossary provide a solid theoretical foundation, however without video content, webinars, and interactive elements, the ScoreCM educational package remains average for the market.

Pros

  1. Approximately 90 lessons across all levels
  2. Clear structure
  3. Extensive industry glossary

Cons

  1. No video lessons or webinars
  2. No interactive quizzes
  3. No live expert support

Customer Support

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Customer Support: comparison of xChief, ScoreCM
BrokerxChiefScoreCM
Rating
4/5
5/5
Email Support
Hotline Phones
Social Media

xChief

ForexChief support is well-organized and easily accessible, but has limited operating hours.

ScoreCM

Multi-channel 24/5 support, approximately 30-minute response times, and withdrawal requests resolved within 2–4 hours — a high level of service from ScoreCM.

Pros

  1. Live chat, email, phone, WhatsApp, Telegram
  2. Average response time ≤ 30 minutes
  3. Quick issue resolution

Cons

  1. Peak times may see delays in chat responses

Comparisons of xChief and ScoreCM with other brokers

Conclusion

When choosing between xChief and ScoreCM, match their platforms, markets, account types and funding terms to your needs.

Before opening an account, verify fees, regulation, support and service availability for your country in the sections above.

FAQ

Which broker is better: xChief or ScoreCM?

xChief ranks higher than ScoreCM in our editorial ranking. That does not make it a universal choice: compare fees, markets, platforms, account types and support.

Which broker is better for beginners: xChief or ScoreCM?

Beginners should compare availability in their country, account types, minimum deposit, trading platforms and customer support.

Who has lower typical trading costs (spreads/commissions) — xChief or ScoreCM?

It depends on the instrument and account type. Compare the live conditions in the “Commissions” section on this page — we break down the nuances category by category.

What trading platforms are available with xChief and ScoreCM?

xChief: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. ScoreCM: MetaTrader 5. See the “Platforms” section for details and selection tips.

What markets can you trade with xChief and ScoreCM?

xChief: Forex, Precious Metals, Energy Carriers, Indices, Stocks, Cryptocurrency. ScoreCM: Forex, Precious Metals, Energy Carriers, Indices, Cryptocurrency. Full lists and differences are in the “Markets” section.

What account types are offered by xChief and ScoreCM?

xChief: CENT, Classic+, DirectFX, xPRIME. ScoreCM: Standard, Pro, Elite. See “Account Types” for a side-by-side comparison.

What deposit and withdrawal methods are supported by xChief and ScoreCM?

xChief: Skrill, Neteller, Volet, WebMoney, FasaPay, SEPA, Credit and Debit Cards, Online banking. ScoreCM: SticPay, Payment Asia, Swift, SEPA. Check method-specific fees/settlement times.

Which broker is safer — xChief or ScoreCM — and how was this assessed?

We consider regulation, corporate transparency, fund protection, and incident history. See the “Reliability” section for our findings.

Nikolay is an experienced specialist in financial markets and co-founder of IamForexTrader. He has been successfully trading Forex since 2014 and has been actively involved in the cryptocurrency market since 2017.

He develops investment strategies adaptable to any level of experience and has been actively investing in stocks, bonds and ETFs since 2018.