ATFX
PUPRIME
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while PUPRIME was established in 2015 and is based in Seychelles. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while PUPRIME is regulated by Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; PUPRIME has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $50 at PUPRIME.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd, an authorised Financial Service Provider (“FSP”) registered and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) of South Africa under licence number 52218 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
| Country | Cyprus | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and PUPRIME, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at PUPRIME). PUPRIME charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, giving ATFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, PUPRIME scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while PUPRIME supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. PUPRIME supports social and copy trading features, which ATFX does not offer. PUPRIME edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, PU Prime App, PU Social |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and PUPRIME 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. PUPRIME scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). PUPRIME uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. PUPRIME scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX supports 2 languages and PUPRIME supports 1, giving ATFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |