Ayondo
Skilling
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Overview
Ayondo was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in London, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. Ayondo holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Ayondo serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ayondo and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2016 |
| Country | London | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayondo and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ayondo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Skilling). Ayondo charges withdrawal fees while Skilling does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ayondo applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Skilling does not. Ayondo charges deposit fees; Skilling does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Skilling edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling compare. Skilling runs regular live webinars; Ayondo does not. Skilling has a video library; Ayondo does not. Skilling publishes daily market commentary; Ayondo does not. Skilling integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Ayondo does not. Skilling maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Skilling scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Skilling offers live chat; Ayondo does not, making Skilling easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Skilling scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayondo | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Mandarin | English, and Chinese |