fx global markets
Robinhood
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Overview
fx global markets was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in United States, while Robinhood was established in 2013 and is based in USA. fx global markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Robinhood is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. fx global markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Robinhood has 10,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fx global markets and $0 at Robinhood.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Supervision Commission (FSC) |
| Founded | 2017 | 2013 |
| Country | United States | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fx global markets and Robinhood, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Robinhood has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at fx global markets). fx global markets charges withdrawal fees while Robinhood does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fx global markets charges deposit fees; Robinhood does not. Overall, Robinhood scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
fx global markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Robinhood supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. fx global markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how fx global markets and Robinhood compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. fx global markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Robinhood supports 1 (bank transfer). fx global markets uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx global markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 fx global markets and Robinhood offer live chat support. fx global markets offers phone support; Robinhood does not. Email support is available at both brokers. fx global markets supports 8 languages and Robinhood supports 13, giving Robinhood broader global reach. fx global markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | fx global markets | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |