Forex EE
Skilling
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Overview
Forex EE was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Grenadines, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. Forex EE holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia, while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Forex EE serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2016 |
| Country | Grenadines | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex EE and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Forex EE charges withdrawal fees while Skilling does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Skilling scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Forex EE offers MT5, cTrader, while Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Skilling supports social and copy trading features, which Forex EE does not offer. Skilling edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex EE and Skilling compare. Skilling runs regular live webinars; Forex EE does not. Both provide video tutorials. Skilling publishes daily market commentary; Forex EE does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Skilling maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Skilling scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex EE accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 EE and Skilling offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex EE | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |