eOption
Startrader
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Overview
eOption was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. eOption holds licences including Unregulated, while Startrader is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. eOption serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $500 at eOption and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $50 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2011 |
| Country | USA | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between eOption and Startrader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Startrader has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $50 (vs $500 at eOption). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. eOption charges deposit fees; Startrader does not. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
eOption offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. eOption offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader supports social and copy trading features, which eOption does not offer. eOption edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | DealBook (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) | MT4, MT5 and Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how eOption and Startrader compare. Startrader runs regular live webinars; eOption does not. Both provide video tutorials. Startrader publishes daily market commentary; eOption does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Startrader maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Startrader scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
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 Startrader supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Startrader uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Startrader scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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 Startrader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | eOption | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese |