Bell Potter Securities
Circle Markets
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Circle Markets was established in 2007 and is based in New Zealand. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Circle Markets is regulated by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Circle Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $100 at Circle Markets.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2007 |
| Country | Austrailia | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and Circle Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Bell Potter Securities does not, giving Bell Potter Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Bell Potter Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Circle Markets does not. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Bell Potter Securities does not. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Circle Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Potter Securities and Circle Markets 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. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Bell Potter Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Circle Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Potter Securities and Circle Markets 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 Potter Securities | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |