Advanced Global Markets
Coinbase
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Coinbase was established in 1989 and is based in United States. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Coinbase is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Coinbase has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $100 at Coinbase.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1992 | 1989 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Coinbase, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Coinbase has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Advanced Global Markets charges withdrawal fees while Coinbase does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Coinbase does not. Overall, Coinbase scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Coinbase supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Coinbase supports social and copy trading features, which Advanced Global Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | iPhone/iPad,iOS, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and Coinbase compare. Advanced Global Markets runs regular live webinars; Coinbase does not. Both provide video tutorials. Advanced Global Markets publishes daily market commentary; Coinbase does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. 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 | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Coinbase supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Both Advanced Global Markets and Coinbase offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |