BDSwiss
the share centre
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Overview
BDSwiss was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Mauritius, while the share centre was established in 2019 and is based in Bulgaria. BDSwiss holds licences including BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, while the share centre is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. BDSwiss serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; the share centre has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at BDSwiss and $250 at the share centre.
| Feature | BDSwiss | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| 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), 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-F322 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2019 |
| Country | Mauritius | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BDSwiss and the share centre, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. the share centre has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at BDSwiss). the share centre charges withdrawal fees while BDSwiss does not, giving BDSwiss an edge for frequent withdrawers. the share centre applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BDSwiss does not. BDSwiss charges deposit fees; the share centre does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | BDSwiss | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| 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 the share centre supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. the share centre supports social and copy trading features, which BDSwiss does not offer. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | BDSwiss | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 BDSwiss and the share centre compare. BDSwiss runs regular live webinars; the share centre does not. Both provide video tutorials. BDSwiss publishes daily market commentary; the share centre 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 | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). the share centre uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. the share centre scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | BDSwiss | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BDSwiss and the share centre offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. BDSwiss supports 2 languages and the share centre supports 8, giving the share centre broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | BDSwiss | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |