BeeOptions
eOption
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Overview
BeeOptions was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while eOption was established in 2008 and is based in USA. BeeOptions holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while eOption is regulated by Unregulated among others. BeeOptions serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; eOption has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at BeeOptions and $500 at eOption.
| Feature | BeeOptions | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BeeOptions and eOption, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BeeOptions has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $500 at eOption). eOption charges withdrawal fees while BeeOptions does not, giving BeeOptions an edge for frequent withdrawers. eOption charges deposit fees; BeeOptions does not. Overall, BeeOptions scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BeeOptions | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
BeeOptions offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while eOption supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BeeOptions supports social and copy trading features, which eOption does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | BeeOptions | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | DealBook (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BeeOptions and eOption compare. eOption has a video library; BeeOptions does not. eOption integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); BeeOptions does not. eOption scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BeeOptions | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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. BeeOptions accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while eOption supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BeeOptions | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| 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 eOption 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 | eOption |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |