BDSwiss
Forex.com
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Overview
BDSwiss was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Mauritius, while Forex.com was established in 2001 and is based in United States. BDSwiss holds licences including BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, while Forex.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. BDSwiss serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex.com has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at BDSwiss and Typical at Forex.com.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | Typical |
| Regulation | BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, licence no. SD047) Registered address: Suite 3, Global Village, Jivan’s Complex, Mont Fleuri, Mahe, Seychelles | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2001 |
| Country | Mauritius | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BDSwiss and Forex.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BDSwiss has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $500 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while BDSwiss does not, giving BDSwiss an edge for frequent withdrawers. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BDSwiss does not. BDSwiss charges deposit fees; Forex.com does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | Typical |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Forex.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which BDSwiss does not offer. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 ,Android,iPhone,Mac | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BDSwiss and Forex.com 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. BDSwiss scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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. BDSwiss accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Forex.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 BDSwiss and Forex.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. BDSwiss supports 2 languages and Forex.com supports 3, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese, Arabic |