Admiral Markets
Forex Financial Services
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Forex Financial Services was established in 2008 and is based in Australia. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Forex Financial Services is regulated by Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex Financial Services has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $2500 at Forex Financial Services.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $2500 |
| 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 | Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2001 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Forex Financial Services, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Admiral Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $2500 at Forex Financial Services). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Forex Financial Services does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Forex Financial Services 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 | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and Forex Financial Services compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Forex Financial Services does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; Forex Financial Services does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Forex Financial Services does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Forex Financial Services does not. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 Forex Financial Services 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 | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex Financial Services offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Forex Financial Services supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |