CFI Markets
forextime
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Overview
CFI Markets was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while forextime was established in 2011 and is based in Lebanon. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. CFI Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; forextime has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at CFI Markets and $250 at forextime.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F230 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Lebanon |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CFI Markets and forextime, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CFI Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at forextime). CFI Markets charges withdrawal fees while forextime does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. CFI Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; forextime does not. CFI Markets charges deposit fees; forextime does not. Overall, CFI Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
CFI Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while forextime supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. CFI Markets supports social and copy trading features, which forextime does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CFI Markets and forextime 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. forextime scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CFI Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while forextime supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). forextime uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. forextime scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both CFI Markets and forextime offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CFI Markets supports 2 languages and forextime supports 8, giving forextime broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CFI Markets | forextime |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |