CM Trading
Etrade
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Overview
CM Trading was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Seychelles, while Etrade was established in 2012 and is based in United States. CM Trading holds licences including Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), while Etrade is regulated by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) among others. CM Trading serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Etrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at CM Trading and $100 at Etrade.
| Feature | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
| Country | Seychelles | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CM Trading and Etrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Etrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at CM Trading). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. CM Trading applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Etrade does not. Overall, Etrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
CM Trading offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Etrade 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 | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mirror Trader, Sirix, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | cTrader, SocialTrading, webPlatform, DesktopPlatform, Proprietary . |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CM Trading and Etrade compare. Etrade runs regular live webinars; CM Trading does not. Both provide video tutorials. Etrade publishes daily market commentary; CM Trading does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Etrade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Etrade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CM Trading accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Etrade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CM Trading and Etrade 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 | CM Trading | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |