Markets.com
sofi
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Overview
Markets.com was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while sofi was established in 2015 and is based in Lebanon. Markets.com holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while sofi is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Markets.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; sofi has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F306 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
| Country | Cyprus | Lebanon |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Markets.com and sofi, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. sofi charges deposit fees; Markets.com does not. Overall, Markets.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Markets.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while sofi supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 sofi compare. sofi runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. sofi publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. sofi maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. sofi scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 sofi supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). sofi uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. sofi scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 sofi offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Markets.com supports 14 languages and sofi supports 8, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Markets.com | sofi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |