Circle Markets
Trade Zero
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Trade Zero was established in 2014 and is based in Bahamas. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Trade Zero is regulated by Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trade Zero has 2,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $500 at Trade Zero.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2014 |
| Country | New Zealand | Bahamas |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Trade Zero, 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 Trade Zero). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Trade Zero does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Trade Zero does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trade Zero supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trade Zero 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 | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Web Trader, 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 Trade Zero 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. Trade Zero scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trade Zero supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trade Zero 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 | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |