Direct FX
Evans and Partners
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Overview
Direct FX was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Evans and Partners was established in 2012 and is based in USA. Both brokers are regulated by Unregulated, among other authorities. Direct FX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Evans and Partners has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Direct FX and $500 at Evans and Partners.
| Feature | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $500 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2006 | 2012 |
| Country | New Zealand | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Direct FX and Evans and Partners, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Direct FX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $500 at Evans and Partners). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Evans and Partners applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Direct FX does not. Direct FX charges deposit fees; Evans and Partners does not. Overall, Direct FX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Direct FX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Evans and Partners supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Direct FX supports social and copy trading features, which Evans and Partners does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Not available | MetaTrader 4,MetaTrader 5 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Direct FX and Evans and Partners 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. Evans and Partners scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Direct FX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Evans and Partners supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Direct FX and Evans and Partners 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 | Direct FX | Evans and Partners |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |