FX Primus
NordFX
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at FX Primus). FX Primus charges withdrawal fees while NordFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FX Primus does not. FX Primus charges deposit fees; NordFX does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. FX Primus edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| 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, 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 NordFX compare. FX Primus runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. FX Primus publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. FX Primus integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. FX Primus maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). NordFX uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FX Primus supports 8 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FX Primus | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |