ETX Capital
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. ETX Capital holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | ETX Capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2002 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). XGLOBAL Markets charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, giving ETX Capital an edge for frequent withdrawers. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETX Capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ETX Capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while XGLOBAL 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 | 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, 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 ETX Capital and XGLOBAL Markets compare. ETX Capital runs regular live webinars; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. ETX Capital publishes daily market commentary; XGLOBAL 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 | 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. ETX Capital accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). ETX Capital uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. ETX Capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 ETX Capital and XGLOBAL Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and XGLOBAL Markets supports 2, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English, and Chinese |