landfx
z.com
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Overview
landfx was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Lebanon, while z.com was established in 2008 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. landfx serves 14,000+ clients worldwide; z.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at landfx and $50 at z.com.
| Feature | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $50 |
| 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-F268 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2008 |
| Country | Lebanon | UK |
| Clients | 14,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between landfx and z.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. landfx has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $50 at z.com). z.com charges withdrawal fees while landfx does not, giving landfx an edge for frequent withdrawers. landfx charges deposit fees; z.com does not. Overall, z.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
landfx offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while z.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. z.com supports social and copy trading features, which landfx does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop,Android,Tablet,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how landfx and z.com 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 | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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. landfx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while z.com supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). landfx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. landfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 landfx and z.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. landfx supports 8 languages and z.com supports 2, giving landfx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | landfx | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |