FX Primus
phillip capital limited
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while phillip capital limited was established in 2016 and is based in Bulgaria. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while phillip capital limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; phillip capital limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $250 at phillip capital limited.
| Feature | FX Primus | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F295 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2016 |
| Country | Cyprus | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and phillip capital limited, 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 phillip capital limited). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. phillip capital limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FX Primus does not. FX Primus charges deposit fees; phillip capital limited does not. Overall, FX Primus scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while phillip capital limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FX Primus supports social and copy trading features, which phillip capital limited does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FX Primus | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 phillip capital limited compare. FX Primus runs regular live webinars; phillip capital limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. FX Primus publishes daily market commentary; phillip capital limited 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 | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 phillip capital limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). phillip capital limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. phillip capital limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 phillip capital limited 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 | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |