Markets.com
profiforex corp
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Overview
Markets.com was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while profiforex corp was established in 2018 and is based in Cyprus. Markets.com holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while profiforex corp is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Markets.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; profiforex corp has 30,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | 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-F297 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2018 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 30,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Markets.com and profiforex corp, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Markets.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while profiforex corp supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Markets.com supports social and copy trading features, which profiforex corp does not offer. Markets.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 profiforex corp compare. profiforex corp runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. profiforex corp publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. profiforex corp maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. profiforex corp scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| 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 profiforex corp supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). profiforex corp uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. profiforex corp scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| 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 profiforex corp offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Markets.com supports 14 languages and profiforex corp supports 8, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Markets.com | profiforex corp |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |