Admiral Markets
Alpha Capital Markets
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Alpha Capital Markets was established in 1999 and is based in UK. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Alpha Capital Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Alpha Capital Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $0 at Alpha Capital Markets.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $0 |
| 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 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2001 | 1999 |
| Country | UK | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Alpha Capital Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Alpha Capital Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Admiral Markets does not. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Overall, Alpha Capital Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Alpha Capital Markets 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. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and Alpha Capital Markets compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
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 Alpha Capital Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Admiral Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Admiral Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Admiral Markets and Alpha Capital Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Alpha Capital Markets supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Alpha Capital Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, and Chinese |