Ayondo
FP Markets
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while FP Markets was established in 2005 and is based in Australia. Ayondo holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while FP Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FP Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $100 at FP Markets.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2005 |
| Country | London | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and FP Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at FP Markets). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while FP Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FP Markets does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; FP Markets does not. Overall, Ayondo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ayondo offers cTrader, while FP Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. FP Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, IRESS, Mac, 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 FP Markets compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. FP Markets has a video library; Ayondo does not. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. FP Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Ayondo does not. FP Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FP Markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). FP Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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. FP Markets offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making FP Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ayondo offers multilingual support. FP Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | Not available |