Advanced Global Markets
FX Primus
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while FX Primus was established in 2009 and is based in Cyprus. Both brokers are regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), among other authorities. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FX Primus has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $100 at FX Primus.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2009 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and FX Primus, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FX Primus has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; FX Primus does not. Overall, FX Primus scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FX Primus supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FX Primus 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 | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and FX Primus 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 | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FX Primus supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). FX Primus uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. FX Primus scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 FX Primus offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Advanced Global Markets supports 2 languages and FX Primus supports 8, giving FX Primus broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | FX Primus |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian |