Bell Direct
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Bell Direct was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Bell Direct holds licences including Financial Markets Authority (FMA), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Bell Direct serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bell Direct and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Bell Direct | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Financial Markets Authority (FMA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1983 | 2008 |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Direct and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bell Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bell Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zacks Trade does not. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Bell Direct does not. Overall, Bell Direct scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Direct | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Bell Direct offers MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Zacks Trade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bell Direct | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Direct and Zacks Trade 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. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Direct | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Direct | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade 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 | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |