easyMarkets
m1 finance
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while m1 finance was established in 2018 and is based in Australia. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while m1 finance is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; m1 finance has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $250 at m1 finance.
| Feature | easyMarkets | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F273 |
| Founded | 2003 | 2018 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and m1 finance, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at m1 finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. m1 finance charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while m1 finance 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 | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 m1 finance compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; m1 finance does not. Both provide video tutorials. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; m1 finance 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 | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 m1 finance supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). m1 finance uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. m1 finance scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | easyMarkets | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 m1 finance offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and m1 finance supports 8, giving m1 finance broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | m1 finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |