Boston Merchant Financial
Forex Financial Services
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Overview
Boston Merchant Financial was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Dubai, while Forex Financial Services was established in 2008 and is based in Australia. Boston Merchant Financial holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Forex Financial Services is regulated by Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Boston Merchant Financial serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex Financial Services has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $50 at Boston Merchant Financial and $2500 at Forex Financial Services.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Australian Securities and investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1988 | 2008 |
| Country | Dubai | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Boston Merchant Financial and Forex Financial Services, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Forex Financial Services has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $2500 (vs $50 at Boston Merchant Financial). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Forex Financial Services charges deposit fees; Boston Merchant Financial does not. Overall, Boston Merchant Financial scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Boston Merchant Financial offers MT5, cTrader, while Forex Financial Services 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. Forex Financial Services edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Boston Merchant Financial and Forex Financial Services compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Boston Merchant Financial accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Forex Financial Services supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Boston Merchant Financial and Forex Financial Services 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 | Boston Merchant Financial | Forex Financial Services |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |