BNP Paribas
Evolution Brokers
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
BNP Paribas was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in UK, while Evolution Brokers was established in 2008 and is based in Belize. BNP Paribas holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Evolution Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. BNP Paribas serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Evolution Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at BNP Paribas and $300 at Evolution Brokers.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $300 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Belize |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BNP Paribas and Evolution Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. BNP Paribas has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $300 at Evolution Brokers). Evolution Brokers charges withdrawal fees while BNP Paribas does not, giving BNP Paribas an edge for frequent withdrawers. Evolution Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BNP Paribas does not. Overall, BNP Paribas scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $300 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
BNP Paribas offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Evolution Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BNP Paribas supports social and copy trading features, which Evolution Brokers does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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,Mac,Desktop, | WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BNP Paribas and Evolution Brokers 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. BNP Paribas accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Evolution Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BNP Paribas and Evolution Brokers 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 | BNP Paribas | Evolution Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |