EuropeFX

Forex

It is easy and convenient to get started trading forex with EuropeFX. The broker offers trading in Standard, Micro and Mini lots, with competitive spreads and leverage of up to 1:30 on retail accounts. There is a choice of account types, and it is possible to get started with a Bronze account, with a minimum deposit of just €200, though a slightly larger deposit of €1,000 is recommended.

CFD

EuropeFX offers CFD trading across several asset types, with STP trade execution and reasonable leverage. CFD trading is a form of derivative trading that allows traders to speculate on the price movement of an asset without actually taking ownership of the underlying asset. With EuropeFX, CFD contract sizes are fixed, with CFD trading on shares, for example, made on the value of 100 shares of the company you are trading.

Stocks

EuropeFX offers trading in stocks and indices, including CFD trading on many of the most highly traded Blue Chip stocks from markets around the globe. A variety of stock indices are also available to trade as CFDs. These include the FTSE 100, the S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrial Index, and the Nikkei 225, among others.

Social Trading

EuropeFX provides a variety of platforms and incorporates the ability to access social trading via the use of Mirror Trader. Clients can also use various third-party plugins and customisations available through MetaTrader, including ZuluTrade and Trading Signals.

Crypto

EuropeFX provides cryptocurrency trading via CFDs. This EuropeFX cryptocurrency review found all of the major digital currencies available, including bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Ripple and Dashcoin, though you won’t find many lesser-known or emerging altcoins. You can set up an account to trade cryptocurrencies, or you can use your existing account if you are already trading other instruments with the broker. Be aware that trading cryptocurrencies is unregulated, and does not entitle you to the same protections as when trading forex.

EuropeFX Fees

In this EuropeFX review, we found the broker to have trading fees that are competitive, with tight spreads, starting from just 0.1 pips on some instruments. Spreads are dynamic and do, of course, vary between instruments. The trading fees incurred will depend on the account type you have, so check the terms and conditions of your account carefully. As with any broker, there are various other non-trading fees that may be levied, including a withdrawal fee of 25 GBP/EUR/USD on each withdrawal, though there are no broker-levied deposit fees. There is also an inactivity fee, which will be levied on any account that is inactive for three months, and this is charged at 50 GBP/EUR/USD per month. Be aware that broker fees can change, sometimes without notice, so there may be fees not mentioned in this EuropeFX broker review that could apply to your account.

Account Types

EuropeFX offers five different account types to suit the needs of a wide variety of traders. The Bronze account is suitable for beginners, with basic features provided, many on a trial basis, and a recommended deposit of at least €1,000 (though the minimum required deposit is only €200). It also comes with a private One on One Trading Academy session. The Silver account is the next step up, for those with at least €2,500 to deposit, and has a few more features, along with a total of three private sessions with the trading academy. The Gold account requires €10,000, the Platinum account €25,000, and the Premium account €50,000.

All retail account types come with access to all trading platforms, a stop out level of 50%, STP trading, a relationship manager and online chat support. All account holders have access to the educational portal and will be offered up to 1:30 leverage, depending on the instruments being traded. There is also a professional account available with leverage of up to 1:200 and early access to new trading products. However, it is necessary to meet some eligibility criteria before opening a professional account. You may be eligible, for example, if your portfolio exceeds €500,000 and you have worked as a professional in the financial sector for at least one year. EuropeFX also offers a risk-free demo account for those who want to try out the platform before they open a live account.

Platforms

EuropeFX offers a good choice of trading platforms. All accounts have access to the award-winning MT4 platform, available for Windows, Mac and Web Browser, as well as mobile devices. In addition, EuropeFX offers EuroTrader 2.0, which is a web-based trading platform that is very light on resource use, but comes with a variety of features, including custom indicators and one-click trading, along with multiple chart types and time frames, with the ability to trade directly from the charts. Coded entirely in HTML5, EuroTrader is compatible with all modern browsers, regardless of the operating system you are running. There is no need for any browser extensions or plugins.

The MT4 platform is also a popular choice, with its excellent trading tools, high level of customisation, and an intuitive interface that appeals to both new and more experienced traders. When it comes to mobile trading, there are excellent MT4 mobile apps available for both iOS and Android devices, as well as the eFXGO! mobile app, which offers a streamlined but intuitive mobile trading experience, with access to over 100 tradable assets and advanced trading and analysis tools. All apps are available to download free from the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Usability

Most EuropeFX customers will agree that the website is clean, uncluttered, and easy to access and navigate, offering an excellent and intuitive user experience. The website displays a range of important and relevant information, with a clear top-bar navigation menu highlighting the main webpages, along with dropdown menus, allowing you to quickly find the pages you need to access. There is a further menu in the footer of the website. The trading platforms and apps are also highly intuitive, and once you get used to your platform of choice, it is very easy to find your way around, place orders, and access all the functions you may need.

Customer Support

EuropeFX offers a range of customer support channels available to both new and existing customers. Support can be accessed via the Contact Us page on the website, where there is a contact form, email support and phone numbers, including dedicated phone lines for the UK, Germany and Cyprus. There is also a handy live chat option that operates during business hours and can be accessed from the bottom right-hand corner of any webpage. EuropeFX’s customer support is backed up by a comprehensive and easily searchable FAQs section, where you will find answers to most of your general questions about the broker’s products and services, account options, and how to get set up with a trading account. There is also a very useful education portal available to all customers with a video academy, webinars, a trading glossary and an economic calendar.

Payment Methods

EuropeFX offers a range of payment options, so clients should have no problem finding one that is convenient for them.

Card payments

Card payments are accepted, with the option to pay with both Visa and Mastercard, and with both credit and debit cards. There is no deposit fee, and the maximum transaction amount is $50,000. Using a credit or debit card usually means that the payment will be instant.

Bank Wire Transfer

Wire transfers are accepted, and there is no broker-levied deposit fee. There is no maximum transaction amount when depositing via bank transfer, but it may take a few days for these transfers to clear into your EuropeFX account.

E-wallets

EuropeFX allows payments via various e-wallets and third-party payment methods. Customers can choose to fund their accounts via Skrill, Sofort, iDeal, Giropay, SafetyPay, TrustPay, Euteller or Worldpay. Most of these payment methods are instant and do not incur broker-levied deposit fees, though some of these payment providers may charge fees on selected transactions, including depositing funds. Maximum transaction amounts vary. Be aware that some payment methods may not be available in your region.

Best Offers

There is a lot on offer at EuropeFX, with something for most types of traders, at almost any level. The broker offers a substantial range of trading tools, and a good choice of platforms, enabling easy trading from any device. The wide range of account types means that there is something for everyone, from beginner traders to professionals, whether you have €200 to invest, €50,000 or more. This is also a good broker for those traders who want to trade more than just forex – a few other instruments, including cryptocurrencies, are offered. Both MetaTrader and EuroTrader 2.0 come with built-in tools, charts and technical indicators. The mobile apps are robust and intuitive, and are available for any device. There is a useful education portal with a video academy, eBooks, webinars, a trading glossary and economic calendar. There is also a market news portal, including ‘Market Watch’ sections for stocks, commodities, currencies and bonds.

Regulation and Deposit Protection

EuropeFX is based in Cyprus, and is regulated by CySec. The broker follows all best practices, as you would expect from a reputable international brokerage. Client funds are kept in segregated accounts, which means that they are stored separately from the operating funds of the company, and in the unlikely event of the broker becoming insolvent, they cannot be treated as recoverable assets. Furthermore, funds are protected by the International Compensation Fund (ICF) to the amount of €20,000 per account. EuropeFX also offers negative balance protection for all retail account holders, meaning that charges on the account cannot leave the client owing money.

Awards

Given by the financial press, while EuropeFX is not a broker that sweeps the annual industry awards, it does use the award-winning MT4 platform. As MT4 enthusiasts are aware, the software has won various awards, including ‘Best FX Trading Platform’ and ‘Best Multi-Asset Trading Platform’ at the Finance Magnate London Summit Awards.