Circle Markets
Evolution Brokers
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Evolution Brokers was established in 2008 and is based in Belize. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Evolution Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Evolution Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $300 at Evolution Brokers.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $300 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | New Zealand | Belize |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Evolution Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $300 at Evolution Brokers). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Evolution Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Circle Markets does not. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Evolution Brokers does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $300 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Evolution Brokers 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 | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and Evolution Brokers 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. Evolution Brokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Evolution Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Circle Markets and Evolution Brokers 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 | Circle Markets | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |