easyMarkets
NordFX
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | easyMarkets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2003 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Mauritius |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; easyMarkets does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. 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 | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and NordFX compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. easyMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); NordFX does not. easyMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | easyMarkets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| 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 NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | easyMarkets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |