Admiral Markets
Circle Markets
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Circle Markets was established in 2007 and is based in New Zealand. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Circle Markets is regulated by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Circle Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $100 at Circle Markets.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| 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 Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2001 | 2007 |
| Country | UK | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Circle Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Circle Markets does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Circle Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Circle Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Circle 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 | Desktop, 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 Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Circle 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 | Circle 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 Circle Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Circle Markets supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Circle 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 |