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DF Markets

7.2/10

GKFX

7/10
8/10WinnerRegulation7/10
10/10WinnerFees8/10
9/10PlatformsTied9/10
4/10Education & ResearchWinner6/10
4/10Deposits & WithdrawalsTied4/10
10/10SupportTied10/10

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Overview

DF Markets was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in UK, while GKFX was established in 2010 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. DF Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; GKFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at DF Markets and $20 at GKFX.

DF Markets wins this category
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
Min. Deposit$1$20
RegulationFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA)Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Founded20102010
CountryUKUK
Clients10,000+10,000+

Fees

Fees are a critical factor when choosing between DF Markets and GKFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. DF Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $20 at GKFX). GKFX charges withdrawal fees while DF Markets does not, giving DF Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. GKFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; DF Markets does not. GKFX charges deposit fees; DF Markets does not. Overall, DF Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.

DF Markets wins this category
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
Min. Deposit$1$20
Withdrawal FeesNoYes
Inactivity FeesNoYes
Deposit FeesNoYes
CFD FeesNoYes

Platforms

DF Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while GKFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.

Tied
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
MT4YesYes
MT5YesYes
cTraderYesYes
Windows AppYesYes
iOS AppYesYes
Android AppYesYes
Trading PlatformsWeb Trader, Tablet & Mobile appsMT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps

Education & Research

Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how DF Markets and GKFX compare. GKFX runs regular live webinars; DF Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. GKFX publishes daily market commentary; DF Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. GKFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. GKFX scores higher overall in education and research.

GKFX wins this category
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
Forex EducationYesNo
CFD EducationNoYes
Weekly WebinarsNoYes
Daily CommentaryNoYes
Trading CentralNoYes
AutochartistYesNo

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 GKFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.

Tied
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
Bank TransferYesYes
Credit CardYesYes
PayPalNoNo
SkrillNoNo
NetellerNoNo

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 GKFX 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.

Tied
FeatureDF MarketsGKFX
Live ChatYesYes
Phone SupportYesYes
Email SupportYesYes
LanguagesEnglish, and ChineseEnglish, and Chinese