Circle Markets
ETX Capital
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while ETX Capital was established in 2002 and is based in UK. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while ETX Capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ETX Capital has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2002 |
| Country | New Zealand | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and ETX Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ETX Capital supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and ETX Capital 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. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Circle Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ETX Capital supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). ETX Capital uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. ETX Capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| 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 Circle Markets and ETX Capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Circle Markets supports 2 languages and ETX Capital supports 7, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Circle Markets | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin |