afx group
Commonwealth Securities
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while Commonwealth Securities was established in 1999 and is based in Australia. afx group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Commonwealth Securities is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Commonwealth Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $5000 at Commonwealth Securities.
| Feature | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $5000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F220 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2013 | 1999 |
| Country | Geneva | Australia |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group and Commonwealth Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. afx group has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $5000 at Commonwealth Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Commonwealth Securities charges deposit fees; afx group does not. Overall, afx group scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $5000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
afx group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Commonwealth Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Commonwealth Securities supports social and copy trading features, which afx group does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how afx group and Commonwealth Securities 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 | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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. afx group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Commonwealth Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). afx group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. afx group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both afx group and Commonwealth Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and Commonwealth Securities supports 2, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | Commonwealth Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |