activtrades
BDSwiss
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Overview
activtrades was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in United States, while BDSwiss was established in 2012 and is based in Mauritius. activtrades holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while BDSwiss is regulated by BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA” among others. activtrades serves 12,000,000+ clients worldwide; BDSwiss has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at activtrades and $500 at BDSwiss.
| Feature | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| 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-F218 | BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, licence no. SD047) Registered address: Suite 3, Global Village, Jivan’s Complex, Mont Fleuri, Mahe, Seychelles |
| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
| Country | United States | Mauritius |
| Clients | 12,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between activtrades and BDSwiss, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. activtrades has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at BDSwiss). activtrades charges withdrawal fees while BDSwiss does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. activtrades applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BDSwiss does not. activtrades charges deposit fees; BDSwiss does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
activtrades offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while BDSwiss supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. activtrades supports social and copy trading features, which BDSwiss does not offer. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4 ,Android,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how activtrades and BDSwiss 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 | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. activtrades accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while BDSwiss supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). activtrades uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. activtrades scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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 activtrades and BDSwiss offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. activtrades supports 8 languages and BDSwiss supports 2, giving activtrades broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | activtrades | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |