Circle Markets
Forex EE
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Forex EE was established in 2008 and is based in Grenadines. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Forex EE is regulated by Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex EE has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | New Zealand | Grenadines |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Forex EE, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Forex EE does not. Overall, Forex EE scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Forex EE supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Circle Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and Forex EE compare. Circle Markets runs regular live webinars; Forex EE does not. Both provide video tutorials. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Forex EE does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Circle Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 Forex EE supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex EE 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 | Forex EE |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |