Commonwealth Securities
Hargreaves Lansdown
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Overview
Commonwealth Securities was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Australia, while Hargreaves Lansdown was established in 1981 and is based in UK. Commonwealth Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Hargreaves Lansdown is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Commonwealth Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hargreaves Lansdown has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Commonwealth Securities and $200 at Hargreaves Lansdown.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $200 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1999 | 1981 |
| Country | Australia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Commonwealth Securities and Hargreaves Lansdown, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hargreaves Lansdown has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $5000 at Commonwealth Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Commonwealth Securities charges deposit fees; Hargreaves Lansdown does not. Overall, Hargreaves Lansdown scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Commonwealth Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hargreaves Lansdown supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Commonwealth Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Hargreaves Lansdown does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| 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 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Commonwealth Securities and Hargreaves Lansdown 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 | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Commonwealth Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Hargreaves Lansdown supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Commonwealth Securities and Hargreaves Lansdown 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 | Commonwealth Securities | Hargreaves Lansdown |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |