Ayondo
fx next
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while fx next was established in 2018 and is based in Dubai. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx next has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $250 at fx next.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F237 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2018 |
| Country | London | Dubai |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and fx next, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fx next). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Ayondo charges deposit fees; fx next does not. Overall, Ayondo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ayondo offers cTrader, while fx next supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Ayondo supports social and copy trading features, which fx next does not offer. fx next edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ayondo and fx next compare. fx next runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. fx next has a video library; Ayondo does not. fx next publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. fx next integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Ayondo does not. fx next maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fx next scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fx next supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx next uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx next scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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. fx next offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making fx next easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ayondo supports 2 languages and fx next supports 8, giving fx next broader global reach. fx next scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |