Directshares
Libertex
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Overview
Directshares was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Directshares holds licences including The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM), while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. Directshares serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Directshares and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $117 |
| Regulation | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2012 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Directshares and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $117 at Libertex). Directshares charges withdrawal fees while Libertex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Directshares charges deposit fees; Libertex does not. Overall, Libertex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $117 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Directshares offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Libertex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. 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 | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Directshares and Libertex compare. Directshares runs regular live webinars; Libertex does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Directshares maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Directshares scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
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 Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Libertex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Directshares supports 2 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Directshares | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |