C 7 Traders
Forex.com
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Overview
C 7 Traders was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Vanuatu, while Forex.com was established in 2001 and is based in United States. C 7 Traders holds licences including Unregulated, while Forex.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. C 7 Traders serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex.com has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at C 7 Traders and Typical at Forex.com.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | Typical |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2001 |
| Country | Vanuatu | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between C 7 Traders and Forex.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. C 7 Traders has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while C 7 Traders does not, giving C 7 Traders an edge for frequent withdrawers. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; C 7 Traders does not. Forex.com charges deposit fees; C 7 Traders does not. Overall, C 7 Traders scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | Typical |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
C 7 Traders offers MT5, cTrader, while Forex.com 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. Forex.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and 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 Forex.com compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 Forex.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 Forex.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. C 7 Traders supports 2 languages and Forex.com supports 3, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | C 7 Traders | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese, Arabic |