FXCM
trio markets
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Overview
FXCM was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in United States, while trio markets was established in 2015 and is based in Australia. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. FXCM serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; trio markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FXCM and $250 at trio markets.
| Feature | FXCM | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | 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-F330 |
| Founded | 1999 | 2015 |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FXCM and trio markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FXCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at trio markets). trio markets charges withdrawal fees while FXCM does not, giving FXCM an edge for frequent withdrawers. trio markets charges deposit fees; FXCM does not. Overall, FXCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FXCM | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
FXCM offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while trio markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FXCM | trio 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, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, NinjaTrader, 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 FXCM and trio markets compare. FXCM runs regular live webinars; trio markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. FXCM publishes daily market commentary; trio markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FXCM maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FXCM scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FXCM | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FXCM accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while trio markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). trio markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. trio markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FXCM | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both FXCM and trio markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FXCM supports 2 languages and trio markets supports 8, giving trio markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FXCM | trio markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |