Alpha Capital Markets
Libertex
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Alpha Capital Markets and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $117 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 1999 | 2012 |
| Country | UK | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Alpha Capital Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Libertex does not. Overall, Alpha Capital Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $117 |
| 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 Libertex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. 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 | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, 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 Libertex compare. Both provide video tutorials. Libertex publishes daily market commentary; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Libertex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| 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 Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| 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 Libertex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Alpha Capital Markets supports 2 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |