easyMarkets
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
easyMarkets was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Cyprus, Australia, while XGLOBAL Markets 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; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at easyMarkets and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | easyMarkets | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2003 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus, Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 142,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between easyMarkets and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). XGLOBAL Markets charges withdrawal fees while easyMarkets does not, giving easyMarkets an edge for frequent withdrawers. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | easyMarkets | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
easyMarkets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. easyMarkets supports social and copy trading features, which XGLOBAL Markets does not offer. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | easyMarkets | XGLOBAL 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 | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how easyMarkets and XGLOBAL Markets compare. easyMarkets runs regular live webinars; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. easyMarkets publishes daily market commentary; XGLOBAL Markets 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 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 XGLOBAL 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 | XGLOBAL 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 XGLOBAL Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. easyMarkets supports 5 languages and XGLOBAL Markets supports 2, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | easyMarkets | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish | English, and Chinese |