Bell Potter Securities
EagleFX
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while EagleFX was established in 2019 and is based in Dominica. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while EagleFX is regulated by Unregulated among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; EagleFX has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $10 at EagleFX.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $10 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2015 | 2019 |
| Country | Austrailia | Dominica |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and EagleFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while Bell Potter Securities does not, giving Bell Potter Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. 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 Potter Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while EagleFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Bell Potter Securities offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for EagleFX is limited. EagleFX supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. Bell Potter Securities edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MT4, Web Trader, 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 EagleFX compare. Bell Potter Securities runs regular live webinars; EagleFX does not. Bell Potter Securities has a video library; EagleFX does not. Bell Potter Securities publishes daily market commentary; EagleFX does not. Bell Potter Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); EagleFX does not. Bell Potter Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 EagleFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 EagleFX 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 | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |