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Euro Pacific Bank
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while Euro Pacific Bank was established in 1978 and is based in Puerto Rico. afx group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Euro Pacific Bank is regulated by Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) among others. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Euro Pacific Bank has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $100 at Euro Pacific Bank.
| Feature | afx group | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| 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 | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) |
| Founded | 2013 | 1978 |
| Country | Geneva | Puerto Rico |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group and Euro Pacific Bank, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at afx group). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while afx group does not, giving afx group an edge for frequent withdrawers. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; afx group does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | afx group | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
afx group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Euro Pacific Bank supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Euro Pacific Bank supports social and copy trading features, which afx group does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | afx group | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how afx group and Euro Pacific Bank 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. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | afx group | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Euro Pacific Bank 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 | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Euro Pacific Bank offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and Euro Pacific Bank supports 2, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | Euro Pacific Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |