Euro Pacific Bank
Markets.com
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1978 | 2008 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; Markets.com does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | MT4, MT5, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Euro Pacific Bank and Markets.com compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Euro Pacific Bank maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Euro Pacific Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). Markets.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Markets.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Euro Pacific Bank and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |