Alpha Capital Markets
Bell Potter Securities
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while Bell Potter Securities was established in 2015 and is based in Austrailia. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while Bell Potter Securities is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Bell Potter Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Alpha Capital Markets and $5 at Bell Potter Securities.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $5 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1999 | 2015 |
| Country | UK | Austrailia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and Bell Potter Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $5 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Alpha Capital Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Bell Potter Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Alpha Capital Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | 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 | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Alpha Capital Markets and Bell Potter Securities compare. Bell Potter Securities runs regular live webinars; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Bell Potter Securities publishes daily market commentary; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Bell Potter Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Alpha Capital Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Bell Potter Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Alpha Capital Markets and Bell Potter Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |