FreshForex
Markets.com
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Overview
FreshForex was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Russia, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. FreshForex holds licences including SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012, while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. FreshForex serves 710,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FreshForex and $250 at Markets.com.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | Russia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 710,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FreshForex and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FreshForex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Markets.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux | 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 FreshForex and Markets.com compare. FreshForex runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. FreshForex publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Markets.com integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); FreshForex does not. FreshForex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FreshForex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FreshForex accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). FreshForex uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Markets.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. FreshForex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 FreshForex and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FreshForex supports 1 language and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FreshForex | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |