Argonaut Securities
AvaTrade
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while AvaTrade was established in 2006 and is based in The British Virgin Islands. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while AvaTrade is regulated by Central Bank of Ireland among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; AvaTrade has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $250 at AvaTrade.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | 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 | 2009 | 2006 |
| Country | Australia | The British Virgin Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and AvaTrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at AvaTrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; AvaTrade does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities 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 | Argonaut Securities | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Argonaut Securities and AvaTrade compare. Argonaut Securities runs regular live webinars; AvaTrade does not. Both provide video tutorials. Argonaut Securities publishes daily market commentary; AvaTrade does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Argonaut Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Argonaut Securities 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 | Argonaut Securities | 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 Argonaut Securities and AvaTrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Argonaut Securities supports 2 languages and AvaTrade supports 6, giving AvaTrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Italian, German, French, Greek, and Hebrew |