easyMarkets
Ellevest
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while Ellevest was established in 2008 and is based in USA. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Ellevest is regulated by Unregulated among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; Ellevest has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $1 at Ellevest.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2003 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | USA |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and Ellevest, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ellevest has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). Ellevest charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, giving easyMarkets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ellevest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; easyMarkets does not. Ellevest charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Ellevest supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. easyMarkets supports social and copy trading features, which Ellevest does not offer. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Windows, Android, Mac OS, iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and Ellevest compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; Ellevest does not. Both provide video tutorials. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; Ellevest does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. easyMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. easyMarkets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Ellevest supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both easyMarkets and Ellevest offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and Ellevest supports 2, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Ellevest |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English, and Chinese |