Adamant Finance
Zerodha
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Overview
Adamant Finance was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while Zerodha was established in 2010 and is based in India. Adamant Finance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Zerodha is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Adamant Finance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zerodha has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Adamant Finance and $0 at Zerodha.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 2008 | 2010 |
| Country | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Adamant Finance and Zerodha, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Zerodha has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Adamant Finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Zerodha charges deposit fees; Adamant Finance does not. Overall, Zerodha scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Adamant Finance offers MT5, cTrader, while Zerodha supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Adamant Finance supports social and copy trading features, which Zerodha does not offer. Zerodha edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Adamant Finance and Zerodha 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. Adamant Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Adamant Finance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Zerodha supports 1 (bank transfer). Adamant Finance uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Adamant Finance scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Adamant Finance and Zerodha offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Adamant Finance supports 2 languages and Zerodha supports 13, giving Zerodha broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |