Forex BUX Markets Trading Review

Performance Matrix

Main Score & Risk Matrix

N/A

Score

1.5

Very Poor

Our review desk considers this broker unsuitable for most traders until transparent licensing, stronger compliance evidence, and clearer client-fund protections are demonstrated.

License 1.7

Business 1.0

Risk Control 1.3

Software 2.0

Regulatory 1.5

Terminal Snapshot

BUX Markets Trading Conditions

Registered Region United Kingdom

Operating Period 5-10 years

Minimum Deposit $100

Spread N/A

Licenses N/A

Contact Email support@buxmarkets.com

Contact Number +4402033262131

Website www.buxmarkets.com

Balanced Review

Pros & Cons

Pros

Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Diverse range of trading instruments including forex, commodities, indices, shares, and cryptocurrencies
Proprietary trading platform, TradeHub®, with advanced tools and one-click trading
Minimum deposit requirement of $100
Educational resources including webinars, guides, and videos

Cons

Spreads not considered competitive
Inactivity fees apply after 180 days
Limited customer support availability outside of business hours
Lack of specified leverage for certain instruments
No trading software currently available

Compliance Desk

Regulatory Licenses

0.0/10

No structured regulatory license cards have been configured yet.

Peer Benchmark

Broker Comparison

Feature	BUX Markets	FXTM	EC Markets	AvaTrade
Operating Period	5-10 years	See review	See review	See review
Region	United Kingdom	See review	See review	See review
Minimum Deposit	$100	See review	See review	See review
Spread	N/A	See review	See review	See review
Trust Score	1.5/10	See review	See review	See review

Product Fit

Account Types

What Account Types and Fees Does BUX Markets Offer?

Account Type	Target User Group	Essential Characteristics	Applicability Notes
Retail Account	Beginners and general traders	Low minimum deposit, access to diverse trading instruments	Suitable for traders starting with smaller capital
Professional Account	Experienced traders	Exempt from certain ESMA measures, potential for higher leverage	Eligibility based on trading experience and portfolio size
Demo Account	All traders	Practice trading with virtual funds, familiarization with platform	Ideal for testing strategies without risk

Account Opening Process

To open an account with BUX Markets, users must follow a straightforward process. First, visit the BUX Markets website and click the “Start trading now” button. Then, fill in required personal information, including name, date of birth, and nationality. After that, provide contact details such as email address and phone number, as well as your postal address. Next, you will need to submit financial information and share details regarding your trading experience. Finally, complete the required identity verification by providing an ID and proof of address. It’s important to note that account flexibility allows for upgrading to a professional account as trading experience increases.

Trading Fees

Product	Spread (pips)	Commission	Notes
Forex (EUR/USD)	Variable	$0	Spreads may vary based on market conditions
CFDs (Gold)	Variable	$0	Competitive pricing on major commodities
Cryptos (BTC/USD)	Variable	$0	Fees may vary depending on market volatility

Other Fees

BUX Markets implements several fees that traders should be aware of. These include potential deposit and withdrawal fees, which may apply depending on the payment method used. Inactivity fees are charged if an account remains inactive for 180 days, while overnight interest (swap rates) may apply to positions held overnight. Currency conversion fees may also be incurred if the account currency differs from the trading currency.

Editorial Verdict

Expert Verdict

R

Research Desk

Senior Broker Analyst

Our review desk considers this broker unsuitable for most traders until transparent licensing, stronger compliance evidence, and clearer client-fund protections are demonstrated.

Funding Desk

Deposit & Withdrawal Methods

No structured payment methods have been configured yet.

Trader Feedback

BUX Markets User Reviews

3.0

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

4 total reviews

5 star

4%

4 star

4%

3 star

4%

2 star

20%

1 star

60%

James Smith

London

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had high hopes for BUX Markets, especially with their FCA regulation. However, my experience has been disappointing. The withdrawal process took longer than expected, and I faced issues reaching customer support when I needed help. Not what I expected from a regulated broker.

Sara Johnson

New York

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Overall, I’m quite satisfied with BUX Markets. The TradeHub® platform is easy to use and has great features for both novice and experienced traders. I appreciate the educational resources available, which have helped me improve my trading skills. Just wish the spreads were a bit better.

Michael Lee

Sydney

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I regret choosing BUX Markets. Their customer support is almost non-existent outside business hours, and I was hit with an inactivity fee without any prior notice. It feels unfair, especially when I was trying to get back to trading. Very frustrating experience.

Emily Davis

Toronto

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I love trading with BUX Markets! The variety of trading instruments is impressive, and the platform runs smoothly on all devices. I opened a demo account first, which helped me to familiarize myself with their features before going live. Great choice for both beginners and experienced traders!

United Kingdom Market