FX Primus
IC Markets
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while IC Markets was established in 2007 and is based in Australia. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while IC Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IC Markets has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $200 at IC Markets.
| Feature | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2007 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and IC Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FX Primus has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at IC Markets). FX Primus charges withdrawal fees while IC Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. FX Primus charges deposit fees; IC Markets does not. Overall, IC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IC Markets 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 | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mirror Trader, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FX Primus and IC Markets 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. IC Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FX Primus accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while IC Markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). IC Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. IC Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both FX Primus and IC Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 8 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FX Primus | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian | English, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Afrikans, Danish, Dutch, German and more |