Baker Young Stockbrokers
selftrade
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Overview
Baker Young Stockbrokers was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Australia, while selftrade was established in 2013 and is based in Australia. Baker Young Stockbrokers holds licences including Unregulated, while selftrade is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Baker Young Stockbrokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; selftrade has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Baker Young Stockbrokers and $250 at selftrade.
| Feature | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | 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-F304 |
| Founded | 2017 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Baker Young Stockbrokers and selftrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Baker Young Stockbrokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at selftrade). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Baker Young Stockbrokers charges deposit fees; selftrade does not. Overall, Baker Young Stockbrokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Baker Young Stockbrokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while selftrade 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 | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,iOS, | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Baker Young Stockbrokers and selftrade compare. selftrade has a video library; Baker Young Stockbrokers does not. selftrade integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Baker Young Stockbrokers does not. selftrade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Baker Young Stockbrokers accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while selftrade supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). selftrade uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. selftrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Baker Young Stockbrokers and selftrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Baker Young Stockbrokers supports 2 languages and selftrade supports 8, giving selftrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Baker Young Stockbrokers | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |