activtrades
BNP Paribas
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Overview
activtrades was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in United States, while BNP Paribas was established in 2004 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. activtrades serves 12,000,000+ clients worldwide; BNP Paribas has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at activtrades and $100 at BNP Paribas.
| Feature | activtrades | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F218 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2004 |
| Country | United States | UK |
| Clients | 12,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between activtrades and BNP Paribas, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BNP Paribas has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at activtrades). activtrades charges withdrawal fees while BNP Paribas does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. activtrades applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BNP Paribas does not. activtrades charges deposit fees; BNP Paribas does not. Overall, BNP Paribas scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | activtrades | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
activtrades offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while BNP Paribas 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 | activtrades | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how activtrades and BNP Paribas 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 | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BNP Paribas 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 | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BNP Paribas offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. activtrades supports 8 languages and BNP Paribas supports 2, giving activtrades broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | activtrades | BNP Paribas |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |