ATFX
NordFX
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at ATFX). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ATFX does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. NordFX supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. NordFX edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and NordFX compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| 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 NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX supports 2 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |