AvaTrade
Ayondo
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Overview
AvaTrade was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in The British Virgin Islands, while Ayondo was established in 2008 and is based in London. AvaTrade holds licences including Central Bank of Ireland, while Ayondo is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. AvaTrade serves 200,000+ clients worldwide; Ayondo has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at AvaTrade and $1 at Ayondo.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Central Bank of Ireland, Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Financial Stability Board (FSB), British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVI) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2006 | 2008 |
| Country | The British Virgin Islands | London |
| Clients | 200,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between AvaTrade and Ayondo, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at AvaTrade). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while AvaTrade does not, giving AvaTrade an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; AvaTrade does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; AvaTrade does not. Overall, Ayondo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
AvaTrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ayondo supports cTrader. AvaTrade offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Ayondo is limited. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. AvaTrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how AvaTrade and Ayondo compare. AvaTrade has a video library; Ayondo does not. AvaTrade integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Ayondo does not. AvaTrade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. AvaTrade accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Neteller), while Ayondo supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). AvaTrade uniquely supports PayPal and Neteller among the two brokers. AvaTrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. AvaTrade offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making AvaTrade easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. AvaTrade supports 6 languages and Ayondo supports 2, giving AvaTrade broader global reach. AvaTrade scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | AvaTrade | Ayondo |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Italian, German, French, Greek, and Hebrew | English, Mandarin |