Directshares
multibank exchange group
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Overview
Directshares was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Australia, while multibank exchange group was established in 2015 and is based in Cyprus. Directshares holds licences including The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM), while multibank exchange group is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Directshares serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; multibank exchange group has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Directshares and $250 at multibank exchange group.
| Feature | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F282 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2015 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Directshares and multibank exchange group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at multibank exchange group). Directshares charges withdrawal fees while multibank exchange group does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Directshares charges deposit fees; multibank exchange group does not. Overall, Directshares scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Directshares offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while multibank exchange group 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 | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 multibank exchange group compare. Directshares runs regular live webinars; multibank exchange group does not. Both provide video tutorials. Directshares publishes daily market commentary; multibank exchange group does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Directshares maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Directshares scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 multibank exchange group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). multibank exchange group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. multibank exchange group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 multibank exchange group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Directshares supports 2 languages and multibank exchange group supports 8, giving multibank exchange group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Directshares | multibank exchange group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |