Ducascopy Bank
easyMarkets
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Overview
Ducascopy Bank was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while easyMarkets was established in 2003 and is based in Cyprus, Australia. Ducascopy Bank holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while easyMarkets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Ducascopy Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; easyMarkets has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Ducascopy Bank and $100 at easyMarkets.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Financial Services Authority (FSA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1998 | 2003 |
| Country | Switzerland | Cyprus, Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ducascopy Bank and easyMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $5000 at Ducascopy Bank). Ducascopy Bank charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Ducascopy Bank offers MT5, cTrader, while easyMarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | JForex, MT4 (via Bridge), ZuluTrade, WebTrader, Binary Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ducascopy Bank and easyMarkets 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. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Ducascopy Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while easyMarkets supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 Ducascopy Bank and easyMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ducascopy Bank supports 2 languages and easyMarkets supports 5, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ducascopy Bank | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish |