Bell Direct
multibank exchange group
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Overview
Bell Direct was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while multibank exchange group was established in 2015 and is based in Cyprus. Bell Direct holds licences including Financial Markets Authority (FMA), while multibank exchange group is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bell Direct serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; multibank exchange group has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bell Direct and $250 at multibank exchange group.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Markets Authority (FMA) | 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-F282 |
| Founded | 1983 | 2015 |
| Country | New Zealand | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Direct and multibank exchange group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bell Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at multibank exchange group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bell Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; multibank exchange group does not. multibank exchange group charges deposit fees; Bell Direct does not. Overall, Bell Direct scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Bell Direct offers MT5, cTrader, while multibank exchange group supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. multibank exchange group supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Direct does not offer. multibank exchange group edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 Bell Direct and multibank exchange group compare. Bell Direct runs regular live webinars; multibank exchange group does not. Both provide video tutorials. Bell Direct publishes daily market commentary; multibank exchange group does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Bell Direct maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bell Direct scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 multibank exchange group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). multibank exchange group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. multibank exchange group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 multibank exchange group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Bell Direct supports 2 languages and multibank exchange group supports 8, giving multibank exchange group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Bell Direct | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |