Alpha Capital Markets
AvaTrade
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while AvaTrade was established in 2006 and is based in The British Virgin Islands. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while AvaTrade is regulated by Central Bank of Ireland among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; AvaTrade has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Alpha Capital Markets and $250 at AvaTrade.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Central Bank of Ireland, Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Financial Stability Board (FSB), British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVI) |
| Founded | 1999 | 2006 |
| Country | UK | The British Virgin Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and AvaTrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at AvaTrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Alpha Capital Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; AvaTrade does not. Overall, Alpha Capital Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Alpha Capital Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while AvaTrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Alpha Capital Markets and AvaTrade compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Alpha Capital Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while AvaTrade supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Neteller). AvaTrade uniquely supports PayPal and Neteller among the two brokers. AvaTrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | No |
| 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 Alpha Capital Markets and AvaTrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Alpha Capital Markets supports 2 languages and AvaTrade supports 6, giving AvaTrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Italian, German, French, Greek, and Hebrew |