easyMarkets
FreshForex
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while FreshForex was established in 2004 and is based in Russia. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while FreshForex is regulated by SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; FreshForex has 710,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $1 at FreshForex.
| Feature | easyMarkets | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 |
| Founded | 2003 | 2004 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Russia |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 710,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and FreshForex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while FreshForex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. easyMarkets offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for FreshForex is limited. 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 | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and FreshForex compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. easyMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); FreshForex does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | easyMarkets | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 FreshForex supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | easyMarkets | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 FreshForex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and FreshForex supports 1, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English |