FP Markets
Trading212
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while Trading212 was established in 2006 and is based in UK. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Trading212 is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trading212 has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FP Markets and $1 at Trading212.
| Feature | FP Markets | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Supervision Commission (FSC) |
| Founded | 2005 | 2006 |
| Country | Australia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and Trading212, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Trading212 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at FP Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Trading212 does not. Overall, Trading212 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trading212 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 | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trading212 compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Trading212 does not. Both provide video tutorials. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Trading212 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 | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trading212 supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill). FP Markets uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Trading212 offer live chat support. FP Markets offers phone support; Trading212 does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Trading212 offers multilingual support. FP Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Trading212 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | English, German, Netherlands, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Serbian, Norwegian, Swedish, Czech, Romanian, Turkish |