EagleFX
easyMarkets
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while easyMarkets was established in 2003 and is based in Cyprus, Australia. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while easyMarkets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; easyMarkets has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $100 at easyMarkets.
| Feature | EagleFX | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2019 | 2003 |
| Country | Dominica | Cyprus, Australia |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and easyMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. EagleFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; easyMarkets does not. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | EagleFX | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
EagleFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while easyMarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. 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 | EagleFX | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web 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 EagleFX and easyMarkets compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; EagleFX does not. easyMarkets has a video library; EagleFX does not. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; EagleFX does not. easyMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); EagleFX does not. easyMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. EagleFX 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 | EagleFX | 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 EagleFX and easyMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. EagleFX supports 2 languages and easyMarkets supports 5, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | EagleFX | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish |