Argonaut Securities
Ezinvest
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Ezinvest was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Ezinvest is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ezinvest has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $500 at Ezinvest.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $500 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Ezinvest, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $500 at Ezinvest). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ezinvest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Argonaut Securities does not. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Ezinvest does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ezinvest 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 | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Android, iPhone/iPad |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Argonaut Securities and Ezinvest 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Ezinvest supports 3 (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Argonaut Securities uniquely supports bank transfer among the two brokers. Ezinvest uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Ezinvest scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | No |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 Argonaut Securities and Ezinvest offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Argonaut Securities supports 2 languages and Ezinvest supports 15, giving Ezinvest broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian |