aaafx
easyMarkets
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Overview
aaafx was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in United States, while easyMarkets was established in 2003 and is based in Cyprus, Australia. aaafx holds licences including HCMC (Greece), while easyMarkets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. aaafx serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; easyMarkets has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $300 at aaafx and $100 at easyMarkets.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $100 |
| Regulation | HCMC (Greece), FSA (St Vincent & Grenadines) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2003 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus, Australia |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between aaafx and easyMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $300 at aaafx). aaafx charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. aaafx applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; easyMarkets does not. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
aaafx offers MT4, while easyMarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how aaafx and easyMarkets 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. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 easyMarkets supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). aaafx uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. aaafx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both aaafx and easyMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. aaafx supports 8 languages and easyMarkets supports 5, giving aaafx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | aaafx | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish |