profiforex corp
Skilling
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Overview
profiforex corp was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. profiforex corp holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. profiforex corp serves 30,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at profiforex corp and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| 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-F297 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2016 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 30,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between profiforex corp and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Skilling has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at profiforex corp). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Skilling scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
profiforex corp offers MT5, cTrader, while Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Skilling supports social and copy trading features, which profiforex corp does not offer. Skilling edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | 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 | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how profiforex corp and Skilling 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 | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. profiforex corp accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). profiforex corp uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. profiforex corp scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 profiforex corp and Skilling offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. profiforex corp supports 8 languages and Skilling supports 2, giving profiforex corp broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | profiforex corp | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |