fxglobe
NordFX
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Overview
fxglobe was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Malta, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. fxglobe holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. fxglobe serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxglobe and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | fxglobe | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Regulation | 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-F243 | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2008 |
| Country | Malta | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxglobe and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at fxglobe). fxglobe charges withdrawal fees while NordFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fxglobe | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fxglobe offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. NordFX supports social and copy trading features, which fxglobe does not offer. fxglobe edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fxglobe and NordFX compare. fxglobe runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. fxglobe publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. fxglobe integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. fxglobe maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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. fxglobe accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). fxglobe uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. fxglobe scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxglobe | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | 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 fxglobe and NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fxglobe supports 8 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fxglobe | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |