EagleFX
Skilling
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | EagleFX | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2019 | 2016 |
| Country | Dominica | Cyprus |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at Skilling). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while Skilling does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. EagleFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Skilling does not. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | EagleFX | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Skilling edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | EagleFX | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling compare. Skilling runs regular live webinars; EagleFX does not. Skilling has a video library; EagleFX does not. Skilling publishes daily market commentary; EagleFX does not. Skilling integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); EagleFX does not. Skilling maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Skilling scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | EagleFX | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Skilling 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 | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |