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FXNet

7.9/10

GKFX

7/10
7/10RegulationTied7/10
10/10WinnerFees8/10
9/10PlatformsTied9/10
10/10WinnerEducation & Research6/10
4/10Deposits & WithdrawalsTied4/10
10/10SupportTied10/10

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Overview

FXNet was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while GKFX was established in 2010 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. FXNet serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; GKFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $50 at FXNet and $20 at GKFX.

FXNet wins this category
FeatureFXNetGKFX
Min. Deposit$50$20
RegulationFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Founded20122010
CountryCyprusUK
Clients10,000+10,000+

Fees

Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FXNet and GKFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. GKFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $20 (vs $50 at FXNet). GKFX charges withdrawal fees while FXNet does not, giving FXNet an edge for frequent withdrawers. GKFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FXNet does not. GKFX charges deposit fees; FXNet does not. Overall, FXNet scores higher on fees in our assessment.

FXNet wins this category
FeatureFXNetGKFX
Min. Deposit$50$20
Withdrawal FeesNoYes
Inactivity FeesNoYes
Deposit FeesNoYes
CFD FeesNoYes

Platforms

FXNet offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while GKFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.

Tied
FeatureFXNetGKFX
MT4YesYes
MT5YesYes
cTraderYesYes
Windows AppYesYes
iOS AppYesYes
Android AppYesYes
Trading PlatformsMT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile appsMT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps

Education & Research

Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FXNet and GKFX compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. FXNet scores higher overall in education and research.

FXNet wins this category
FeatureFXNetGKFX
Forex EducationYesNo
CFD EducationYesYes
Weekly WebinarsYesYes
Daily CommentaryYesYes
Trading CentralYesYes
AutochartistYesNo

Deposits & Withdrawals

Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FXNet accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while GKFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.

Tied
FeatureFXNetGKFX
Bank TransferYesYes
Credit CardYesYes
PayPalNoNo
SkrillNoNo
NetellerNoNo

Support

Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both FXNet and GKFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.

Tied
FeatureFXNetGKFX
Live ChatYesYes
Phone SupportYesYes
Email SupportYesYes
LanguagesEnglish, and ChineseEnglish, and Chinese