IronFX
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
IronFX was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. IronFX holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. IronFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at IronFX and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2010 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IronFX and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $500 at IronFX). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. IronFX charges deposit fees; Uniglobe Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
IronFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IronFX supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IronFX and Uniglobe Markets compare. IronFX has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. IronFX integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. IronFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. IronFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IronFX and Uniglobe Markets 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 | IronFX | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |