easyMarkets
fibo group
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while fibo group was established in 2019 and is based in Cyprus. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while fibo group is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; fibo group has 14,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $250 at fibo group.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F226 |
| Founded | 2003 | 2019 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 14,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and fibo group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at fibo group). fibo group charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, giving easyMarkets an edge for frequent withdrawers. fibo group charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while fibo group supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and fibo group compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 fibo group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fibo group uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. fibo group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both easyMarkets and fibo group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and fibo group supports 8, giving fibo group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | fibo group |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |