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In the competitive landscape of online trading, EasyMarkets and Skilling offer distinct advantages tailored to different trader profiles. EasyMarkets, with its free guaranteed stop-loss and innovative dealCancellation feature, appeals to risk-averse traders seeking a low entry point with a minimum deposit of just $25. In contrast, Skilling attracts more experienced traders with its advanced cTrader platform and a broad selection of over 900 instruments, although it requires a higher minimum deposit of $100. While EasyMarkets benefits from higher leverage up to 1:400, Skilling offers competitive spreads on major pairs and the added advantage of copy trading, although its reach is limited due to regulatory restrictions in the USA and post-Brexit UK.
EasyMarkets
Skilling
| EasyMarkets | Skilling | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 ✓ | 3.5/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.7 pips | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:400 ✓ | 1:30 |
| Regulation | CySEC, ASIC | CySEC, FSA |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | Skilling Trader, cTrader, MT4 |
EasyMarkets is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.5/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, EasyMarkets offers lower spreads (0.7 pips).
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EasyMarkets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. EasyMarkets holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Skilling's 3.5/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
EasyMarkets offers spreads from 0.7 pips, while Skilling starts at 0.7 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
EasyMarkets requires a minimum deposit of $25. Skilling requires $100.
EasyMarkets is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, while Skilling holds licences from CySEC, FSA.
EasyMarkets supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Skilling supports Skilling Trader, cTrader, MT4, Skilling App.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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