ATFX
forex4you
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while forex4you was established in 2020 and is based in UK. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while forex4you is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; forex4you has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $250 at forex4you.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F227 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2020 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and forex4you, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at forex4you). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. forex4you applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ATFX does not. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while forex4you supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. forex4you supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. forex4you edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and forex4you compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; forex4you does not. ATFX has a video library; forex4you does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; forex4you does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); forex4you does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 forex4you supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). forex4you uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. forex4you scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 ATFX and forex4you offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX supports 2 languages and forex4you supports 8, giving forex4you broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |