Degiro
forex4you
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Overview
Degiro was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Netherlands, while forex4you was established in 2020 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Degiro serves 600,000+ clients worldwide; forex4you has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Degiro and $250 at forex4you.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) | 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-F227 |
| Founded | 1934 | 2020 |
| Country | Netherlands | UK |
| Clients | 600,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Degiro and forex4you, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Degiro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at forex4you). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. forex4you applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Degiro does not. Overall, Degiro scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Degiro offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while forex4you supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. forex4you supports social and copy trading features, which Degiro does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Degiro and forex4you compare. Degiro has a video library; forex4you does not. Degiro integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); forex4you does not. Degiro scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Degiro accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while forex4you supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). forex4you uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. forex4you scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Degiro and forex4you offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Degiro supports 2 languages and forex4you supports 8, giving forex4you broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Degiro | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |