Ayondo
Fidelity
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while Fidelity was established in 2008 and is based in USA. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Fidelity has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $100 at Fidelity.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | London | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and Fidelity, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Fidelity). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while Fidelity does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Ayondo charges deposit fees; Fidelity does not. Overall, Ayondo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ayondo offers cTrader, while Fidelity supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Fidelity edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | No | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader | iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 8 device, Website, Trader Pro |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ayondo and Fidelity compare. Fidelity runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. Fidelity has a video library; Ayondo does not. Fidelity publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. Fidelity integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Ayondo does not. Fidelity maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Fidelity scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 Fidelity supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Fidelity offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making Fidelity easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Fidelity scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | English, and Chinese |