DF Markets
Ellevest
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Overview
DF Markets was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in UK, while Ellevest was established in 2008 and is based in USA. DF Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Ellevest is regulated by Unregulated among others. DF Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ellevest has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $1.
| Feature | DF Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2010 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between DF Markets and Ellevest, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $1. Ellevest charges withdrawal fees while DF Markets does not, giving DF Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ellevest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; DF Markets does not. Ellevest charges deposit fees; DF Markets does not. Overall, DF Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | DF Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
DF Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ellevest supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. DF Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Ellevest does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | DF 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, 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 DF Markets and Ellevest compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | DF Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. DF 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 | DF 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 DF Markets and Ellevest 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 | DF Markets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |