IKON Finance
Skilling
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Overview
IKON Finance was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in London, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. IKON Finance holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. IKON Finance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IKON Finance and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2016 |
| Country | London | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IKON Finance and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Skilling has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at IKON Finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. IKON Finance applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Skilling does not. Overall, Skilling scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
IKON Finance offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Skilling supports social and copy trading features, which IKON Finance does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, ZuluTrade, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IKON Finance and Skilling 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. IKON Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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. IKON Finance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IKON Finance and Skilling 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 | IKON Finance | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |