Bithumb
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Bithumb was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Both brokers are regulated by Unregulated, among other authorities. Bithumb serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Bithumb and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Bithumb | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2009 | 2008 |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bithumb and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Zacks Trade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $2500 (vs $500 at Bithumb). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Bithumb does not. Overall, Bithumb scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bithumb | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Bithumb offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bithumb supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bithumb | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bithumb and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; Bithumb does not. Zacks Trade has a video library; Bithumb does not. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; Bithumb does not. Zacks Trade integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Bithumb does not. Zacks Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bithumb | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bithumb | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade 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 | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |