C 7 Traders
DF Markets
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Overview
C 7 Traders was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Vanuatu, while DF Markets was established in 2010 and is based in UK. C 7 Traders holds licences including Unregulated, while DF Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. C 7 Traders serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; DF Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at C 7 Traders and $1 at DF Markets.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2010 |
| Country | Vanuatu | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between C 7 Traders and DF Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. DF Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at C 7 Traders). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, DF Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
C 7 Traders offers MT5, cTrader, while DF Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. DF Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how C 7 Traders and DF Markets compare. C 7 Traders runs regular live webinars; DF Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. C 7 Traders publishes daily market commentary; DF Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. C 7 Traders maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. C 7 Traders scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. C 7 Traders accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while DF Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 C 7 Traders and DF Markets 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 | C 7 Traders | DF Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |