Bell Potter Securities
Hirose Financial
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Hirose Financial was established in 2004 and is based in UK. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Hirose Financial is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hirose Financial has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $1 at Hirose Financial.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2004 |
| Country | Austrailia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and Hirose Financial, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hirose Financial has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Hirose Financial 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; Hirose Financial does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hirose Financial supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Hirose Financial supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Binary, 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 Hirose Financial 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 | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Hirose Financial supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Hirose Financial 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 | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |