Alpha Capital Markets
Burrell Stockbroking
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while Burrell Stockbroking was established in 1968 and is based in Australia. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while Burrell Stockbroking is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Burrell Stockbroking has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Alpha Capital Markets and $100 at Burrell Stockbroking.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) |
| Founded | 1999 | 1968 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and Burrell Stockbroking, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Burrell Stockbroking). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Alpha Capital Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Burrell Stockbroking does not. Overall, Alpha Capital Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Alpha Capital Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Burrell Stockbroking supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Alpha Capital Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Burrell Stockbroking does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Alpha Capital Markets and Burrell Stockbroking compare. Burrell Stockbroking runs regular live webinars; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Burrell Stockbroking publishes daily market commentary; Alpha Capital Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Burrell Stockbroking maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Burrell Stockbroking scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Burrell Stockbroking supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Burrell Stockbroking 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 | Burrell Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |