BDSwiss
Ingot Brokers
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
BDSwiss was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Mauritius, while Ingot Brokers was established in 2004 and is based in Australia. BDSwiss holds licences including BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, while Ingot Brokers is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. BDSwiss serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ingot Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at BDSwiss and $1000 at Ingot Brokers.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| 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 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2004 |
| Country | Mauritius | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BDSwiss and Ingot Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ingot Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $500 at BDSwiss). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ingot Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BDSwiss does not. BDSwiss charges deposit fees; Ingot Brokers does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Ingot Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BDSwiss and Ingot Brokers compare. BDSwiss runs regular live webinars; Ingot Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. BDSwiss publishes daily market commentary; Ingot Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. BDSwiss maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. BDSwiss scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
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 Ingot Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BDSwiss and Ingot Brokers 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 | BDSwiss | Ingot Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |