Admiral Markets
forex4you
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while forex4you was established in 2020 and is based in UK. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while forex4you is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; forex4you has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $250 at forex4you.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F227 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2020 |
| Country | UK | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and forex4you, 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 forex4you). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. forex4you applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Admiral Markets does not. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; forex4you does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while forex4you 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 | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 forex4you compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; forex4you does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; forex4you does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; forex4you does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); forex4you 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 | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 forex4you supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). forex4you uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. forex4you scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 forex4you offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and forex4you supports 8, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |