Circle Markets
PUPRIME
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while PUPRIME was established in 2015 and is based in Seychelles. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while PUPRIME is regulated by Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; PUPRIME has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $50 at PUPRIME.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd, an authorised Financial Service Provider (“FSP”) registered and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) of South Africa under licence number 52218 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2015 |
| Country | New Zealand | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and PUPRIME, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at PUPRIME). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; PUPRIME does not. Overall, PUPRIME scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while PUPRIME supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. PUPRIME supports social and copy trading features, which Circle Markets does not offer. Circle Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, PU Prime App, PU Social |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and PUPRIME 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. PUPRIME scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). PUPRIME uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. PUPRIME scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| 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 PUPRIME offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Circle Markets supports 2 languages and PUPRIME supports 1, giving Circle Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Circle Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |