Choicetrade
FXCM
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Overview
Choicetrade was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in United States, while FXCM was established in 1999 and is based in United States. Choicetrade holds licences including Unregulated, while FXCM is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Choicetrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FXCM has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Choicetrade and $1 at FXCM.
| Feature | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 1999 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Choicetrade and FXCM, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FXCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at Choicetrade). Choicetrade charges withdrawal fees while FXCM does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, FXCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Choicetrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FXCM supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | cTrader, SocialTrading, copyTrading, webPlatform, DesktopPlatform, Proprietary . | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, NinjaTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Choicetrade and FXCM compare. FXCM runs regular live webinars; Choicetrade does not. FXCM has a video library; Choicetrade does not. FXCM publishes daily market commentary; Choicetrade does not. FXCM integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Choicetrade does not. FXCM maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FXCM scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Choicetrade accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while FXCM supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Choicetrade and FXCM 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 | Choicetrade | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |