Bell Direct
IKON Finance
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Overview
Bell Direct was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while IKON Finance was established in 2011 and is based in London. Bell Direct holds licences including Financial Markets Authority (FMA), while IKON Finance is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bell Direct serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IKON Finance has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bell Direct and $200 at IKON Finance.
| Feature | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Markets Authority (FMA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1983 | 2011 |
| Country | New Zealand | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Direct and IKON Finance, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bell Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at IKON Finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Bell Direct offers MT5, cTrader, while IKON Finance supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IKON Finance edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | MT4, ZuluTrade, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Direct and IKON Finance compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. IKON Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 IKON Finance supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bell Direct and IKON Finance 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 | Bell Direct | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |