Advanced Global Markets
Ayondo
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Ayondo was established in 2008 and is based in London. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Ayondo is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ayondo has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $1 at Ayondo.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Ayondo, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Advanced Global Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Ayondo does not. Overall, Ayondo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ayondo supports cTrader. Advanced Global Markets offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Ayondo is limited. Ayondo supports social and copy trading features, which Advanced Global Markets does not offer. Advanced Global Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and Ayondo compare. Advanced Global Markets runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. Advanced Global Markets has a video library; Ayondo does not. Advanced Global Markets publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. Advanced Global Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Ayondo does not. Advanced Global Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Advanced Global Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Advanced Global Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Ayondo supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Advanced Global Markets offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making Advanced Global Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Advanced Global Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Mandarin |