Ayondo
easyMarkets
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while easyMarkets was established in 2003 and is based in Cyprus, Australia. Ayondo holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while easyMarkets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; easyMarkets has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $100 at easyMarkets.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2003 |
| Country | London | Cyprus, Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and easyMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; easyMarkets does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ayondo offers cTrader, while easyMarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | No | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ayondo and easyMarkets compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. easyMarkets has a video library; Ayondo does not. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. easyMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Ayondo does not. easyMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ayondo accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while easyMarkets supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. easyMarkets offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making easyMarkets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ayondo supports 2 languages and easyMarkets supports 5, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. easyMarkets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish |