Bithumb
Skilling
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Overview
Bithumb was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. Bithumb holds licences including Unregulated, while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Bithumb serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Bithumb and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2016 |
| Country | Hong Kong | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bithumb and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Skilling has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Bithumb). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Skilling scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bithumb offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,iOS,Mac | 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 Bithumb and Skilling compare. Skilling runs regular live webinars; Bithumb does not. Skilling has a video library; Bithumb does not. Skilling publishes daily market commentary; Bithumb does not. Skilling integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Bithumb does not. Skilling maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Skilling scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Bithumb accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bithumb and Skilling 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 | Bithumb | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |