afx group
Bell Potter Securities
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while Bell Potter Securities was established in 2015 and is based in Austrailia. afx group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Bell Potter Securities is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Bell Potter Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $5 at Bell Potter Securities.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $5 |
| 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-F220 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2015 |
| Country | Geneva | Austrailia |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group and Bell Potter Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. afx group has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bell Potter Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; afx group does not. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $5 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
afx group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Bell Potter Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how afx group and Bell Potter Securities 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. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. afx group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Bell Potter Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). afx group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. afx group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 afx group and Bell Potter Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and Bell Potter Securities supports 2, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |