Ayondo
Libertex
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Ayondo holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $117 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2012 |
| Country | London | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $117 at Libertex). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while Libertex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Libertex does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; Libertex does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $117 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ayondo offers cTrader, while Libertex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Libertex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | No | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ayondo and Libertex compare. Libertex has a video library; Ayondo does not. Libertex publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. Libertex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Ayondo does not. Libertex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| 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 Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Libertex offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making Libertex easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ayondo supports 2 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Libertex scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |