Admiral Markets
afx group
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while afx group was established in 2013 and is based in Geneva. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while afx group is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; afx group has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $250 at afx group.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) - license number 201/13, Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) no. 410681, Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) registration number 57026 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F220 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2013 |
| Country | UK | Geneva |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and afx group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Admiral Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at afx group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; afx group does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while afx group supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which afx group does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and afx group 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. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Admiral Markets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while afx group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). afx group uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. afx group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 Admiral Markets and afx group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and afx group supports 8, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | afx group |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |