EagleFX
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | EagleFX | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $500 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2019 | 2008 |
| Country | Dominica | Cyprus |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. EagleFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; XGLOBAL Markets does not. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; EagleFX does not. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | EagleFX | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
EagleFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. EagleFX supports social and copy trading features, which XGLOBAL Markets does not offer. XGLOBAL Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | EagleFX | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how EagleFX and XGLOBAL Markets compare. XGLOBAL Markets has a video library; EagleFX does not. XGLOBAL Markets integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); EagleFX does not. XGLOBAL Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | EagleFX | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 XGLOBAL Markets 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 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |