ATFX
Ayondo
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Ayondo was established in 2008 and is based in London. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Ayondo is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ayondo has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $1 at Ayondo.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and Ayondo, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at ATFX). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, giving ATFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ATFX does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; ATFX does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while Ayondo supports cTrader. ATFX offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Ayondo is limited. Ayondo supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. ATFX edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and Ayondo compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. ATFX has a video library; Ayondo does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Ayondo does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ATFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Ayondo supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| 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. ATFX offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making ATFX easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. ATFX scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Mandarin |