Euro Pacific Bank
ThinkMarkets
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while ThinkMarkets was established in 2010 and is based in Australia & United Kingdom. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while ThinkMarkets is regulated by the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250 among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ThinkMarkets has 475,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $0 at ThinkMarkets.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with license no. 215/13, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA 629628) in the UK, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC 424700), the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa and the Financial Services Authority (FSA SD060) Seychelles. TF Global Markets (UK) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 629628. TF GLobal Markets (Aust) Limited is the holder of Australian Financial Services Licence number 424700. TF GLobal Markets (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial services provider (FSP No 49835). TF Global Markets Int Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, Firm Reference Number SD060 Seychelles |
| Founded | 1978 | 2010 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Australia & United Kingdom |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 475,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and ThinkMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ThinkMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Euro Pacific Bank). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while ThinkMarkets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. ThinkMarkets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Euro Pacific Bank does not. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; ThinkMarkets does not. Overall, ThinkMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Euro Pacific Bank offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for ThinkMarkets is limited. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Euro Pacific Bank edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | MT4, MT5 and ThinkTrader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Euro Pacific Bank and ThinkMarkets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| 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 ThinkMarkets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ThinkMarkets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ThinkMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 ThinkMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and ThinkMarkets supports 13, giving ThinkMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Czech, Greek, Indonesian, Thai, Malay, Italian, Arabic, German, Spanish and Japanese |