ATFX
iq option
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while iq option was established in 2019 and is based in United States. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while iq option is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; iq option has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $250 at iq option.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F262 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2019 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and iq option, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at iq option). iq option charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, giving ATFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. iq option charges deposit fees; ATFX does not. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while iq option supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. iq option edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| 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 iq option compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; iq option does not. ATFX has a video library; iq option does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; iq option does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); iq option does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| 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 iq option supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). iq option uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. iq option scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| 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 iq option offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX supports 2 languages and iq option supports 8, giving iq option broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | iq option |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |