ATFX
Xtrade
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Xtrade was established in 2003 and is based in Australia. Both brokers are regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), among other authorities. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Xtrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $1 at Xtrade.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2003 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and Xtrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Xtrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at ATFX). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Xtrade charges deposit fees; ATFX does not. Overall, Xtrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while Xtrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Xtrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Not available |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ATFX and Xtrade compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; Xtrade does not. ATFX has a video library; Xtrade does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; Xtrade does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Xtrade does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 uniquely supports bank transfer and credit/debit card among the two brokers. ATFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Not available |
| Credit Card | Yes | Not available |
| PayPal | No | Not available |
| Skrill | No | Not available |
| Neteller | No | Not available |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both ATFX and Xtrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ATFX offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ATFX | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Not available |