Bell Potter Securities
VTB 24 Bank
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while VTB 24 Bank was established in 2008 and is based in Russia. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while VTB 24 Bank is regulated by Unregulated among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; VTB 24 Bank has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $100 at VTB 24 Bank.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2015 | 2008 |
| Country | Austrailia | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and VTB 24 Bank, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. VTB 24 Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bell Potter Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; VTB 24 Bank does not. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while VTB 24 Bank supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. VTB 24 Bank 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 | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Potter Securities and VTB 24 Bank 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 | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 VTB 24 Bank supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 VTB 24 Bank 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 | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |