Directshares
fx central clearing
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Overview
Directshares was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while fx central clearing was established in 2015 and is based in Portugal. Directshares holds licences including The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM), while fx central clearing is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Directshares serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx central clearing has 30,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Directshares and $250 at fx central clearing.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) | 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-F234 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2015 |
| Country | Australia | Portugal |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 30,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Directshares and fx central clearing, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at fx central clearing). Directshares charges withdrawal fees while fx central clearing does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fx central clearing applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Directshares does not. Directshares charges deposit fees; fx central clearing does not. Overall, Directshares scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Directshares offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fx central clearing supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Directshares supports social and copy trading features, which fx central clearing does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | 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 Directshares and fx central clearing 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. Directshares scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Directshares accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fx central clearing supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx central clearing uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx central clearing scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Directshares and fx central clearing offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Directshares supports 2 languages and fx central clearing supports 8, giving fx central clearing broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Directshares | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |