Burrell Stockbroking
ICICI Direct
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Overview
Burrell Stockbroking was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Australia, while ICICI Direct was established in 1994 and is based in India. Burrell Stockbroking holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while ICICI Direct is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Burrell Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ICICI Direct has 2,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Burrell Stockbroking and $0 at ICICI Direct.
| Feature | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1968 | 1994 |
| Country | Australia | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Burrell Stockbroking and ICICI Direct, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ICICI Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Burrell Stockbroking). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ICICI Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Burrell Stockbroking does not. Overall, ICICI Direct scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Burrell Stockbroking offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ICICI Direct supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ICICI Direct supports social and copy trading features, which Burrell Stockbroking does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Burrell Stockbroking and ICICI Direct 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 | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Burrell Stockbroking accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ICICI Direct supports 1 (bank transfer). Burrell Stockbroking uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Burrell Stockbroking scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Burrell Stockbroking and ICICI Direct offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Burrell Stockbroking supports 2 languages and ICICI Direct supports 13, giving ICICI Direct broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Burrell Stockbroking | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |