Ayrex
Eightcap
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Overview
Ayrex was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Eightcap was established in 2009 and is based in Australia. Ayrex holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Eightcap is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Ayrex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Eightcap has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Ayrex and $100 at Eightcap.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2016 | 2009 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ayrex and Eightcap, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Eightcap has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Ayrex). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Ayrex does not. Ayrex charges deposit fees; Eightcap does not. Overall, Eightcap scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Ayrex offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Eightcap supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Eightcap supports social and copy trading features, which Ayrex does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android ,iPhone,Mac,iPade | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ayrex and Eightcap compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ayrex accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Eightcap supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Both Ayrex and Eightcap offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ayrex | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |