Admiral Markets
Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking was established in 2008 and is based in Australia. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking is regulated by Unregulated among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $100 at Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2001 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Admiral Markets does not. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking 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 | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking 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 | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |