IC Markets
Zacks Trade
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Overview
IC Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. IC Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. IC Markets serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IC Markets and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IC Markets and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IC Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. IC Markets charges deposit fees; Zacks Trade does not. Overall, IC Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
IC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IC Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mirror Trader, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Mac | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IC Markets and Zacks Trade 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 | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. IC Markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). IC Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. IC Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both IC Markets and Zacks Trade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IC Markets supports 8 languages and Zacks Trade supports 2, giving IC Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IC Markets | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Afrikans, Danish, Dutch, German and more | English, and Chinese |