FP Markets
Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking was established in 2008 and is based in Australia. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking is regulated by Unregulated among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | FP Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while FP Markets does not, giving FP Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FP Markets does not. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FP Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FP Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FP Markets and Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking does not. Both provide video tutorials. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking 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 | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FP Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| 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 Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FP Markets | Wilsons Advisory And Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | English, and Chinese |