Admiral Markets
AvaTrade
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while AvaTrade was established in 2006 and is based in The British Virgin Islands. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while AvaTrade is regulated by Central Bank of Ireland among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; AvaTrade has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $250 at AvaTrade.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Central Bank of Ireland, Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Financial Stability Board (FSB), British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVI) |
| Founded | 2001 | 2006 |
| Country | UK | The British Virgin Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and AvaTrade, 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 AvaTrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; AvaTrade does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while AvaTrade 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 | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, 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 AvaTrade compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; AvaTrade does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; AvaTrade 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 | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 AvaTrade supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Neteller). Admiral Markets uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. AvaTrade uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. AvaTrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| 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 AvaTrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and AvaTrade supports 6, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Italian, German, French, Greek, and Hebrew |