Bell Potter Securities
IKON Finance
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while IKON Finance was established in 2011 and is based in London. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while IKON Finance is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IKON Finance has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $200 at IKON Finance.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $200 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2011 |
| Country | Austrailia | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and IKON Finance, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IKON Finance has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IKON Finance 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 | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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, ZuluTrade, 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 IKON Finance 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
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 IKON Finance supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IKON Finance 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 | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |