Go Markets
Personal Capital
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Overview
Go Markets was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Personal Capital was established in 2008 and is based in USA. Go Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Personal Capital is regulated by Unregulated among others. Go Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Personal Capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Go Markets and $100000 at Personal Capital.
| Feature | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2009 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Go Markets and Personal Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Go Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100000 at Personal Capital). Go Markets charges withdrawal fees while Personal Capital does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Go Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Go Markets offers MT5, cTrader, while Personal Capital 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. Personal Capital edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Binary, 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 Go Markets and Personal Capital 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Go Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Personal Capital supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Go Markets and Personal Capital 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 | Go Markets | Personal Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |