Charter Prime
macquarie securities limited
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Overview
Charter Prime was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Australia, while macquarie securities limited was established in 2019 and is based in United States. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Charter Prime serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; macquarie securities limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Charter Prime and $250 at macquarie securities limited.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | 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-F274 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2019 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Charter Prime and macquarie securities limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Charter Prime has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at macquarie securities limited). macquarie securities limited charges withdrawal fees while Charter Prime does not, giving Charter Prime an edge for frequent withdrawers. Charter Prime charges deposit fees; macquarie securities limited does not. Overall, Charter Prime scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Charter Prime offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while macquarie securities limited 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. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | 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 Charter Prime and macquarie securities limited 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. Charter Prime scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Charter Prime accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while macquarie securities limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). macquarie securities limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. macquarie securities limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Charter Prime and macquarie securities limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Charter Prime supports 2 languages and macquarie securities limited supports 8, giving macquarie securities limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Charter Prime | macquarie securities limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |