CMC Markets
fxdd
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Overview
CMC Markets was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in UK, while fxdd was established in 2010 and is based in Belize. CMC Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while fxdd is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission among others. CMC Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fxdd has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at CMC Markets and $250 at fxdd.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 |
| Founded | 1989 | 2010 |
| Country | UK | Belize |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CMC Markets and fxdd, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CMC Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at fxdd). CMC Markets charges withdrawal fees while fxdd does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. CMC Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fxdd does not. Overall, CMC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
CMC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fxdd supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fxdd supports social and copy trading features, which CMC Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CMC Markets and fxdd 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| 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 fxdd supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 CMC Markets and fxdd offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 8 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | CMC Markets | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, French, Polish, Spanish, Swedish, Italian, and Norwegian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |