
ATFX
ninjatrader brokerage
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while ninjatrader brokerage was established in 2018 and is based in GRENADINES. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while ninjatrader brokerage is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ninjatrader brokerage has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $250 at ninjatrader brokerage.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F285 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2018 |
| Country | Cyprus | GRENADINES |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and ninjatrader brokerage, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at ninjatrader brokerage). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ninjatrader brokerage applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ATFX does not. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ninjatrader brokerage supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ninjatrader brokerage supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 ninjatrader brokerage 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. ninjatrader brokerage scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ninjatrader brokerage supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ninjatrader brokerage uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ninjatrader brokerage scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ninjatrader brokerage offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX supports 2 languages and ninjatrader brokerage supports 8, giving ninjatrader brokerage broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | ninjatrader brokerage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |