aaafx
Advanced Global Markets
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Overview
aaafx was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in United States, while Advanced Global Markets was established in 1992 and is based in Cyprus. aaafx holds licences including HCMC (Greece), while Advanced Global Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. aaafx serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; Advanced Global Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at aaafx and $500 at Advanced Global Markets.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $500 |
| Regulation | HCMC (Greece), FSA (St Vincent & Grenadines) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 1992 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between aaafx and Advanced Global Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. aaafx has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $300 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. aaafx applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Advanced Global Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; aaafx does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
aaafx offers MT4, while Advanced Global Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. aaafx supports social and copy trading features, which Advanced Global Markets does not offer. Advanced Global Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how aaafx and Advanced Global Markets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. aaafx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Advanced Global Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). aaafx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. aaafx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both aaafx and Advanced Global Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. aaafx supports 8 languages and Advanced Global Markets supports 2, giving aaafx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | aaafx | Advanced Global Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |