easyMarkets
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. easyMarkets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. easyMarkets serves 142,500+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2003 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at easyMarkets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| 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 Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. easyMarkets supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and Uniglobe Markets compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. easyMarkets has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. easyMarkets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. easyMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. easyMarkets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| 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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English, and Chinese |