AJ Bell
CM Trading
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Overview
AJ Bell was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in UK, while CM Trading was established in 2011 and is based in Seychelles. AJ Bell holds licences including Central Bank of UAE, while CM Trading is regulated by Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) among others. AJ Bell serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; CM Trading has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at AJ Bell and $250 at CM Trading.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Central Bank of UAE | Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) |
| Founded | 1997 | 2011 |
| Country | UK | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between AJ Bell and CM Trading, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. AJ Bell has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at CM Trading). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. CM Trading applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; AJ Bell does not. Overall, AJ Bell scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
AJ Bell offers MT5, cTrader, while CM Trading supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. CM Trading supports social and copy trading features, which AJ Bell does not offer. CM Trading edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac | MT4, Mirror Trader, Sirix, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how AJ Bell and CM Trading compare. CM Trading has a video library; AJ Bell does not. CM Trading integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); AJ Bell does not. CM Trading scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. AJ Bell accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while CM Trading supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both AJ Bell and CM Trading offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | AJ Bell | CM Trading |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |