CMC Markets
eOption
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Overview
CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in UK, while eOption was established in 2008 and is based in USA. CMC Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while eOption is regulated by Unregulated among others. CMC Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; eOption has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at CMC Markets and $500 at eOption.
| Feature | CMC Markets | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $500 |
| 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 eOption, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CMC Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $500 at eOption). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; eOption does not. eOption charges deposit fees; CMC Markets does not. Overall, CMC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CMC Markets | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
CMC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while eOption 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 | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | DealBook (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CMC Markets and eOption compare. CMC Markets runs regular live webinars; eOption does not. Both provide video tutorials. CMC Markets publishes daily market commentary; eOption 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 | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 eOption supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CMC Markets | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 eOption offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CMC Markets supports 8 languages and eOption supports 2, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CMC Markets | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |