Binary.com
ETX Capital
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Overview
Binary.com was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in United States, while ETX Capital was established in 2002 and is based in UK. Binary.com holds licences including Unregulated, while ETX Capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Binary.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ETX Capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Binary.com and $100 at ETX Capital.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2002 |
| Country | United States | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Binary.com and ETX Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Binary.com). Binary.com charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Binary.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ETX Capital does not. Binary.com charges deposit fees; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Binary.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ETX Capital supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Binary.com supports social and copy trading features, which ETX Capital does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Binary.com and ETX Capital compare. ETX Capital runs regular live webinars; Binary.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. ETX Capital publishes daily market commentary; Binary.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ETX Capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Binary.com accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ETX Capital supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). ETX Capital uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. ETX Capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Binary.com and ETX Capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Binary.com supports 2 languages and ETX Capital supports 7, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Binary.com | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin |