CMC Markets
Ellevest
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Overview
CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in UK, while Ellevest was established in 2008 and is based in USA. CMC Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Ellevest is regulated by Unregulated among others. CMC Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ellevest has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at CMC Markets and $1 at Ellevest.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1989 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CMC Markets and Ellevest, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ellevest has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $200 at CMC Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Ellevest charges deposit fees; CMC Markets does not. Overall, Ellevest scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
CMC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ellevest supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | Windows, Android, Mac OS, iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CMC Markets and Ellevest compare. CMC Markets runs regular live webinars; Ellevest does not. Both provide video tutorials. CMC Markets publishes daily market commentary; Ellevest does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. CMC Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. CMC Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CMC Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Ellevest supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CMC Markets and Ellevest offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CMC Markets supports 8 languages and Ellevest supports 2, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CMC Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, French, Polish, Spanish, Swedish, Italian, and Norwegian | English, and Chinese |