Binary.com
Finmax
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Overview
Binary.com was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in United States, while Finmax was established in 2008 and is based in Bulgaria. Binary.com holds licences including Unregulated, while Finmax is regulated by Financial Services Authority (FSA) among others. Binary.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Finmax has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Binary.com and $0 at Finmax.
| Feature | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Services Authority (FSA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Binary.com and Finmax, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Finmax has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Binary.com). Binary.com charges withdrawal fees while Finmax does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Binary.com charges deposit fees; Finmax does not. Overall, Finmax scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Binary.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Finmax supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Binary.com supports social and copy trading features, which Finmax does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | MT4,MT5 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Binary.com and Finmax compare. Binary.com has a video library; Finmax does not. Binary.com integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Finmax does not. Binary.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Binary.com accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Finmax supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Binary.com and Finmax 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 | Binary.com | Finmax |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |