EagleFX
Fidelity
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while Fidelity was established in 2008 and is based in USA. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while Fidelity is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; Fidelity has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $100 at Fidelity.
| Feature | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) |
| Founded | 2019 | 2008 |
| Country | Dominica | USA |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and Fidelity, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at Fidelity). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while Fidelity does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
EagleFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Fidelity supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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 | iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 8 device, Website, Trader Pro |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how EagleFX and Fidelity compare. Fidelity runs regular live webinars; EagleFX does not. Fidelity has a video library; EagleFX does not. Fidelity publishes daily market commentary; EagleFX does not. Fidelity integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); EagleFX does not. Fidelity maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Fidelity scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 Fidelity supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 EagleFX and Fidelity 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 | EagleFX | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |