ATFX
Eightcap
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Eightcap was established in 2009 and is based in Australia. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Eightcap is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Eightcap has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | ATFX | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2009 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and Eightcap, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Eightcap charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, giving ATFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ATFX does not. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while Eightcap supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Eightcap supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. Eightcap edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| 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 | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and Eightcap compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; Eightcap does not. ATFX has a video library; Eightcap does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; Eightcap does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Eightcap does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Eightcap supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | ATFX | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Eightcap 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 | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |