Admiral Markets
Ingot Brokers
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Ingot Brokers was established in 2004 and is based in Australia. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Ingot Brokers is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ingot Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $1000 at Ingot Brokers.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1000 |
| 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 | 2004 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Ingot Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ingot Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ingot Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Admiral Markets does not. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Ingot Brokers does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ingot Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Ingot Brokers does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 Ingot Brokers compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Ingot Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Ingot Brokers 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 | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ingot Brokers 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 | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ingot Brokers offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Ingot Brokers supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |