EagleFX
ThinkMarkets
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while ThinkMarkets was established in 2010 and is based in Australia & United Kingdom. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while ThinkMarkets is regulated by the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250 among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; ThinkMarkets has 475,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $0 at ThinkMarkets.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with license no. 215/13, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA 629628) in the UK, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC 424700), the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa and the Financial Services Authority (FSA SD060) Seychelles. TF Global Markets (UK) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 629628. TF GLobal Markets (Aust) Limited is the holder of Australian Financial Services Licence number 424700. TF GLobal Markets (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial services provider (FSP No 49835). TF Global Markets Int Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, Firm Reference Number SD060 Seychelles |
| Founded | 2019 | 2010 |
| Country | Dominica | Australia & United Kingdom |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 475,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and ThinkMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ThinkMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $10 at EagleFX). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while ThinkMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $0 |
| 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 ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. EagleFX edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | No | No |
| Android App | No | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5 and ThinkTrader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how EagleFX and ThinkMarkets compare. ThinkMarkets runs regular live webinars; EagleFX does not. ThinkMarkets has a video library; EagleFX does not. ThinkMarkets publishes daily market commentary; EagleFX does not. ThinkMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); EagleFX does not. ThinkMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ThinkMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ThinkMarkets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ThinkMarkets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ThinkMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 ThinkMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. EagleFX supports 2 languages and ThinkMarkets supports 13, giving ThinkMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | EagleFX | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Czech, Greek, Indonesian, Thai, Malay, Italian, Arabic, German, Spanish and Japanese |