Bell Direct
ForexVox
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Overview
Bell Direct was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while ForexVox was established in 2019 and is based in UK. Bell Direct holds licences including Financial Markets Authority (FMA), while ForexVox is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom among others. Bell Direct serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ForexVox has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bell Direct and $0 at ForexVox.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Markets Authority (FMA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the United Kingdom, FCA Register no: 586541, Financial Services Authority in Seychelles No: SD028 |
| Founded | 1983 | 2019 |
| Country | New Zealand | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Direct and ForexVox, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ForexVox has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Bell Direct). ForexVox charges withdrawal fees while Bell Direct does not, giving Bell Direct an edge for frequent withdrawers. Bell Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ForexVox does not. Overall, ForexVox scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Bell Direct offers MT5, cTrader, while ForexVox supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ForexVox supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Direct does not offer. Bell Direct edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | MT4, MT5 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Direct and ForexVox compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Bell Direct integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); ForexVox does not. Bell Direct maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ForexVox scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Bell Direct accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ForexVox supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). ForexVox uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ForexVox scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bell Direct and ForexVox offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Bell Direct supports 2 languages and ForexVox supports 4, giving ForexVox broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Bell Direct | ForexVox |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Russian, Indonesian, Malaysian |