ETFinance
highlow
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Overview
ETFinance was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while highlow was established in 2011 and is based in Australia. ETFinance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while highlow is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ETFinance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; highlow has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $215 at ETFinance and $250 at highlow.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | 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-F254 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETFinance and highlow, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETFinance has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $215 (vs $250 at highlow). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ETFinance charges deposit fees; highlow does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
ETFinance offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while highlow supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. highlow supports social and copy trading features, which ETFinance does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| 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 highlow compare. ETFinance runs regular live webinars; highlow does not. Both provide video tutorials. ETFinance publishes daily market commentary; highlow does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ETFinance maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETFinance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| 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. ETFinance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while highlow supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). highlow uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. highlow scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| 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 highlow offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETFinance supports 2 languages and highlow supports 8, giving highlow broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETFinance | highlow |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |