FP Markets
Markets.com
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FP Markets and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | FP Markets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), 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 | 2005 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FP Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Markets.com does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FP Markets | 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 | MT4, MT5, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 FP Markets and Markets.com compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FP Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FP Markets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FP Markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). FP Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both FP Markets and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Markets.com offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FP Markets | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |