aaafx
Directshares
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Overview
aaafx was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in United States, while Directshares was established in 2007 and is based in Australia. aaafx holds licences including HCMC (Greece), while Directshares is regulated by The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) among others. aaafx serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; Directshares has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at aaafx and $100 at Directshares.
| Feature | aaafx | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $100 |
| Regulation | HCMC (Greece), FSA (St Vincent & Grenadines) | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2007 |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between aaafx and Directshares, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $300 at aaafx). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. aaafx applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Directshares does not. Directshares charges deposit fees; aaafx does not. Overall, Directshares scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | aaafx | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
aaafx offers MT4, while Directshares supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Directshares edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | aaafx | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| 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,iOS,MacBook,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how aaafx and Directshares 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. Directshares scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | aaafx | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Directshares 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 | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Directshares offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. aaafx supports 8 languages and Directshares supports 2, giving aaafx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | aaafx | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |