Libertex
ThinkMarkets
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Overview
Libertex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while ThinkMarkets was established in 2010 and is based in Australia & United Kingdom. Libertex holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12, while ThinkMarkets is regulated by the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250 among others. Libertex serves 2,200,000+ clients worldwide; ThinkMarkets has 475,000+. The minimum deposit is $117 at Libertex and $0 at ThinkMarkets.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 | the Japanese Financial Services Agency (JFSA) with license no. 0250, the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with license no. 215/13, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA 629628) in the UK, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC 424700), the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa and the Financial Services Authority (FSA SD060) Seychelles. TF Global Markets (UK) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 629628. TF GLobal Markets (Aust) Limited is the holder of Australian Financial Services Licence number 424700. TF GLobal Markets (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial services provider (FSP No 49835). TF Global Markets Int Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, Firm Reference Number SD060 Seychelles |
| Founded | 2012 | 2010 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia & United Kingdom |
| Clients | 2,200,000+ | 475,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Libertex and ThinkMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ThinkMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ThinkMarkets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Libertex does not. Overall, ThinkMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Libertex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Libertex offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for ThinkMarkets is limited. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Libertex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps | MT4, MT5 and ThinkTrader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Libertex and ThinkMarkets compare. ThinkMarkets runs regular live webinars; Libertex does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. ThinkMarkets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | 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. Libertex accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while ThinkMarkets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Libertex and ThinkMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Libertex supports 9 languages and ThinkMarkets supports 13, giving ThinkMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Libertex | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese | English, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Czech, Greek, Indonesian, Thai, Malay, Italian, Arabic, German, Spanish and Japanese |