Blackwell Global investments
Forex.com
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Overview
Blackwell Global investments was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in United States, while Forex.com was established in 2001 and is based in United States. Blackwell Global investments holds licences including Unregulated, while Forex.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Blackwell Global investments serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex.com has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $10000 at Blackwell Global investments and Typical at Forex.com.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10000 | Typical |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2001 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blackwell Global investments and Forex.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blackwell Global investments has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10000 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Blackwell Global investments does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10000 | Typical |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Blackwell Global investments offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Forex.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which Blackwell Global investments does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Blackwell Trader MT4, Mobile | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blackwell Global investments and Forex.com 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. Blackwell Global investments scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Blackwell Global investments accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Forex.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 Blackwell Global investments and Forex.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Blackwell Global investments supports 2 languages and Forex.com supports 3, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Blackwell Global investments | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese, Arabic |