afx group
ForexVox
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while ForexVox was established in 2019 and is based in UK. afx group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while ForexVox is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom among others. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; ForexVox has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $0 at ForexVox.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| 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 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom, FCA Register no: 586541, Financial Services Authority in Seychelles No: SD028 |
| Founded | 2013 | 2019 |
| Country | Geneva | UK |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group and ForexVox, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ForexVox has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at afx group). ForexVox charges withdrawal fees while afx group does not, giving afx group an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, ForexVox scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
afx group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ForexVox supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ForexVox supports social and copy trading features, which afx group does not offer. afx group edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how afx group and ForexVox compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. afx group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); ForexVox does not. afx group maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ForexVox scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| 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. afx group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while ForexVox supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
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 ForexVox offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and ForexVox supports 4, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Russian, Indonesian, Malaysian |