Markets.com
NordFX
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Overview
Markets.com was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. Markets.com holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. Markets.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Markets.com and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Markets.com and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at Markets.com). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Markets.com does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Markets.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Markets.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Markets.com and NordFX compare. Both provide video tutorials. Markets.com integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); NordFX does not. NordFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| 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. Markets.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Markets.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Markets.com and NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Markets.com supports 14 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Markets.com | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |