Argonaut Securities
Circle Markets
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Circle Markets was established in 2007 and is based in New Zealand. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Circle Markets is regulated by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Circle Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $100 at Circle Markets.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2007 |
| Country | Australia | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Circle Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Circle Markets). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Argonaut Securities does not, giving Argonaut Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Circle Markets does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Circle Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Circle Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop, 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 Circle Markets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Circle Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Argonaut Securities and Circle Markets 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 | Argonaut Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |