Forex.com
NordFX
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Overview
Forex.com was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in United States, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. Forex.com holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. Forex.com serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is Typical at Forex.com and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2001 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Mauritius |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex.com and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while NordFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Forex.com charges deposit fees; NordFX does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Forex.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Forex.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex.com and NordFX compare. Forex.com runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Forex.com publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. Forex.com integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. Forex.com maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| 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 Forex.com and NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex.com supports 3 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Arabic | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |