Admiral Markets
Swissquote
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Swissquote was established in 1999 and is based in Switzerland. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Swissquote is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Swissquote has 300,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $0 at Swissquote.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $0 |
| 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) |
| Founded | 2001 | 1999 |
| Country | UK | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 300,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Swissquote, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Swissquote has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Swissquote does not. Overall, Swissquote scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Swissquote supports 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. Admiral Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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, 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 Swissquote compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Swissquote does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Swissquote 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 | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Swissquote 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 | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Swissquote offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Swissquote supports 8, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Chinese |