Evolution Brokers
Markets.com
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Overview
Evolution Brokers was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Belize, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Both brokers are regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), among other authorities. Evolution Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at Evolution Brokers and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | Belize | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Evolution Brokers and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Markets.com has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $300 at Evolution Brokers). Evolution Brokers charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Evolution Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Markets.com does not. Overall, Markets.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Evolution Brokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Markets.com supports social and copy trading features, which Evolution Brokers does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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 | WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Evolution Brokers and Markets.com compare. Evolution Brokers runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. Evolution Brokers publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Evolution Brokers maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Evolution Brokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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. Evolution Brokers 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 | Evolution Brokers | 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 Evolution Brokers and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Evolution Brokers supports 2 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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 |