GDMFX
z.com
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Overview
GDMFX was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Anguilla, while z.com was established in 2008 and is based in UK. GDMFX holds licences including Unregulated, while z.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. GDMFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; z.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at GDMFX and $50 at z.com.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2008 |
| Country | Anguilla | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between GDMFX and z.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. GDMFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at z.com). z.com charges withdrawal fees while GDMFX does not, giving GDMFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. GDMFX charges deposit fees; z.com does not. Overall, z.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
GDMFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while z.com 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.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop,Android,Tablet,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how GDMFX and z.com compare. z.com runs regular live webinars; GDMFX does not. Both provide video tutorials. z.com publishes daily market commentary; GDMFX does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. z.com maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. z.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. GDMFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while z.com supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both GDMFX and z.com 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.
| Feature | GDMFX | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |