Circle Markets
Ezinvest
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Ezinvest was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Ezinvest is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ezinvest has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $500 at Ezinvest.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | New Zealand | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Ezinvest, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Ezinvest). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Ezinvest does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ezinvest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Circle Markets does not. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Ezinvest does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ezinvest supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ezinvest supports social and copy trading features, which Circle Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Android, iPhone/iPad |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and Ezinvest 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. Ezinvest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ezinvest supports 3 (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Circle Markets uniquely supports bank transfer among the two brokers. Ezinvest uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Ezinvest scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | No |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 Circle Markets and Ezinvest offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Circle Markets supports 2 languages and Ezinvest supports 15, giving Ezinvest broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Ezinvest |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian |