Blitzbrokers
fbs inc
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Overview
Blitzbrokers was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while fbs inc was established in 2018 and is based in Australia. Blitzbrokers holds licences including Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), while fbs inc is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Blitzbrokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fbs inc has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Blitzbrokers and $250 at fbs inc.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F225 |
| Founded | 1982 | 2018 |
| Country | Hong Kong | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blitzbrokers and fbs inc, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blitzbrokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fbs inc). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Blitzbrokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Blitzbrokers offers MT5, cTrader, while fbs inc supports 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 | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,WEB,Android | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blitzbrokers and fbs inc compare. fbs inc runs regular live webinars; Blitzbrokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; Blitzbrokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fbs inc maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Blitzbrokers accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fbs inc supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fbs inc uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| 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 Blitzbrokers and fbs inc offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Blitzbrokers supports 2 languages and fbs inc supports 8, giving fbs inc broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |