CMC Markets
EverFX
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Overview
CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in UK, while EverFX was established in 2008 and is based in Cayman Islands. CMC Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while EverFX is regulated by Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) among others. CMC Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; EverFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at CMC Markets and $10000 at EverFX.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) |
| Founded | 1989 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Cayman Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CMC Markets and EverFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EverFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10000 (vs $200 at CMC Markets). CMC Markets charges withdrawal fees while EverFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; EverFX does not. EverFX charges deposit fees; CMC Markets does not. Overall, CMC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
CMC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while EverFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. EverFX supports social and copy trading features, which CMC Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CMC Markets and EverFX 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. CMC Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 EverFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 EverFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. CMC Markets supports 8 languages and EverFX supports 2, giving CMC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CMC Markets | EverFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |