eOption
FxPro
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
eOption was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while FxPro was established in 2006 and is based in UK. eOption holds licences including Unregulated, while FxPro is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. eOption serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FxPro has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at eOption and $100 at FxPro.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2006 |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between eOption and FxPro, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FxPro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at eOption). eOption charges withdrawal fees while FxPro does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. FxPro applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; eOption does not. eOption charges deposit fees; FxPro does not. Overall, FxPro scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
eOption offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FxPro supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FxPro supports social and copy trading features, which eOption does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | DealBook (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) | MT4, MT5, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how eOption and FxPro compare. FxPro runs regular live webinars; eOption does not. Both provide video tutorials. FxPro publishes daily market commentary; eOption does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FxPro maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FxPro scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. eOption accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while FxPro supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). FxPro uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FxPro scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 eOption and FxPro offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. eOption supports 2 languages and FxPro supports 15, giving FxPro broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | eOption | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese |