Advanced Global Markets
Darwinex
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Darwinex was established in 2012 and is based in UK. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Darwinex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Darwinex has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $500.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2012 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Darwinex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $500. Advanced Global Markets charges withdrawal fees while Darwinex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Darwinex does not. Overall, Darwinex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $500 |
| 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 Darwinex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | 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 Darwinex compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Darwinex supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Darwinex 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 | Darwinex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |