BeeOptions
Directshares
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Overview
BeeOptions was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Directshares was established in 2007 and is based in Australia. BeeOptions holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Directshares is regulated by The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) among others. BeeOptions serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Directshares has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at BeeOptions and $100 at Directshares.
| Feature | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2007 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BeeOptions and Directshares, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BeeOptions has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Directshares). Directshares charges withdrawal fees while BeeOptions does not, giving BeeOptions an edge for frequent withdrawers. Directshares charges deposit fees; BeeOptions does not. Overall, BeeOptions scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
BeeOptions offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Directshares 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 | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | IRESSTrader,IRESSInvestor,netIRESS,XPLAN | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BeeOptions and Directshares compare. Directshares runs regular live webinars; BeeOptions does not. Directshares has a video library; BeeOptions does not. Directshares publishes daily market commentary; BeeOptions does not. Directshares integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); BeeOptions does not. Directshares maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Directshares scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. BeeOptions accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Directshares supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BeeOptions and Directshares 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 | BeeOptions | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |