ifc markets
World Forex Review
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Overview
ifc markets was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while World Forex Review was established in 2008 and is based in Vanuatu. ifc markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while World Forex Review is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) among others. ifc markets serves 60,000+ clients worldwide; World Forex Review has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at ifc markets and $100 at World Forex Review.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| 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-F259 | Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) |
| Founded | 2016 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Vanuatu |
| Clients | 60,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ifc markets and World Forex Review, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. World Forex Review has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at ifc markets). World Forex Review charges withdrawal fees while ifc markets does not, giving ifc markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. ifc markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; World Forex Review does not. World Forex Review charges deposit fees; ifc markets does not. Overall, World Forex Review scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
ifc markets offers MT5, cTrader, while World Forex Review supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. World Forex Review edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | 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 | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ifc markets and World Forex Review compare. World Forex Review runs regular live webinars; ifc markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. World Forex Review publishes daily market commentary; ifc markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. World Forex Review maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. World Forex Review scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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. ifc markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while World Forex Review supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). ifc markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ifc markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ifc markets and World Forex Review offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ifc markets supports 8 languages and World Forex Review supports 2, giving ifc markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ifc markets | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |