Forex.com
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Forex.com was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in United States, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Forex.com holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Forex.com serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is Typical at Forex.com and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2001 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex.com and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while Uniglobe Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uniglobe Markets does not. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Uniglobe Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Forex.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe 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, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex.com and Uniglobe Markets compare. Forex.com runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. Forex.com has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Forex.com publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. Forex.com integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uniglobe Markets does not. Forex.com maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Forex.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| 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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| 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 Forex.com and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex.com supports 3 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Arabic | English, and Chinese |