ATFX
Bailieu
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Bailieu was established in 2012 and is based in Australia. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Bailieu is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Bailieu has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $10000 at Bailieu.
| Feature | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2012 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and Bailieu, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $10000 at Bailieu). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while Bailieu supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and Bailieu 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. Bailieu scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Bailieu supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ATFX and Bailieu 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 | ATFX | Bailieu |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |