easyMarkets
Markets.com
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Both brokers are regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), among other authorities. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2003 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Markets.com 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 | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and Markets.com compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com 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 | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Markets.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |