FX Primus
ifc markets
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while ifc markets was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while ifc markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ifc markets has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $250 at ifc markets.
| Feature | FX Primus | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F259 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2016 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and ifc markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FX Primus has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at ifc markets). FX Primus charges withdrawal fees while ifc markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. ifc markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FX Primus does not. FX Primus charges deposit fees; ifc markets does not. Overall, FX Primus scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ifc markets supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FX Primus supports social and copy trading features, which ifc markets does not offer. FX Primus edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FX Primus | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FX Primus and ifc markets compare. FX Primus runs regular live webinars; ifc markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. FX Primus publishes daily market commentary; ifc markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FX Primus maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FX Primus scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FX Primus | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. FX Primus accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while ifc markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ifc markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. ifc markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | ifc 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 ifc 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 | ifc markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |