icm capital
OANDA
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Overview
icm capital was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Geneva, while OANDA was established in 1996 and is based in United States, Canada. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. icm capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OANDA has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at icm capital and $1 at OANDA.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| 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-F258 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 1996 |
| Country | Geneva | United States, Canada |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between icm capital and OANDA, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. OANDA has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at icm capital). icm capital charges withdrawal fees while OANDA does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, OANDA scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
icm capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while OANDA supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. icm capital supports social and copy trading features, which OANDA does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, OANDA Desktop, OANDA Web, OANDA Mobile |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how icm capital and OANDA 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. icm capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. icm capital accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while OANDA supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). icm capital uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. icm capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| 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 icm capital and OANDA offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. icm capital supports 8 languages and OANDA supports 2, giving icm capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | icm capital | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |