aaafx
Markets.com
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Overview
aaafx was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in United States, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. aaafx holds licences including HCMC (Greece), while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. aaafx serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at aaafx and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Regulation | HCMC (Greece), FSA (St Vincent & Grenadines) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between aaafx and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Markets.com has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $300 at aaafx). aaafx charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. aaafx applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Markets.com does not. Overall, Markets.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
aaafx offers MT4, while Markets.com 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. Markets.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, 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 Markets.com compare. aaafx runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. aaafx publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. aaafx maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. aaafx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). aaafx uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. aaafx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. aaafx supports 8 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | aaafx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |