AxiTrader
Markets.com
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Overview
AxiTrader was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. AxiTrader holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. AxiTrader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at AxiTrader and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between AxiTrader and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. AxiTrader has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Markets.com). AxiTrader charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. AxiTrader charges deposit fees; Markets.com does not. Overall, AxiTrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
AxiTrader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how AxiTrader and Markets.com compare. Markets.com has a video library; AxiTrader does not. Markets.com integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); AxiTrader does not. Markets.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. AxiTrader accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). AxiTrader uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. Markets.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Markets.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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. Both AxiTrader and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. AxiTrader supports 8 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | AxiTrader | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Spanish, German, Japanese, Russian, Romanian, and Arabic | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |