ETX Capital
trio markets
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Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while trio markets was established in 2015 and is based in Australia. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; trio markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $250 at trio markets.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | 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-F330 |
| Founded | 2002 | 2015 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and trio markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at trio markets). trio markets charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, giving ETX Capital an edge for frequent withdrawers. trio markets charges deposit fees; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ETX Capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while trio markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, 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 ETX Capital and trio markets compare. ETX Capital runs regular live webinars; trio markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. ETX Capital publishes daily market commentary; trio markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ETX Capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio 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. ETX Capital accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while trio markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). trio markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. trio markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | 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 ETX Capital and trio markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and trio markets supports 8, giving trio markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |