ETFinance
fxdd
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Overview
ETFinance was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while fxdd was established in 2010 and is based in Belize. ETFinance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while fxdd is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission among others. ETFinance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fxdd has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $215 at ETFinance and $250 at fxdd.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2010 |
| Country | Cyprus | Belize |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETFinance and fxdd, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETFinance has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $215 (vs $250 at fxdd). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ETFinance charges deposit fees; fxdd does not. Overall, fxdd scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
ETFinance offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fxdd supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fxdd supports social and copy trading features, which ETFinance does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ETFinance and fxdd 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| 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. ETFinance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fxdd supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ETFinance and fxdd offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETFinance supports 2 languages and fxdd supports 8, giving fxdd broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETFinance | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |