Advanced Global Markets
NordFX
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 1992 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Advanced Global Markets charges withdrawal fees while NordFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Advanced Global Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; NordFX does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. NordFX 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 | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | MT4, MT5, 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 NordFX compare. Advanced Global Markets runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Advanced Global Markets publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. Advanced Global Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. Advanced Global Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| 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 NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| 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 NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Advanced Global Markets supports 2 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |