ETFinance
Libertex
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Overview
ETFinance was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. ETFinance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. ETFinance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $215 at ETFinance and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $117 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2012 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETFinance and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Libertex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $117 (vs $215 at ETFinance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ETFinance charges deposit fees; Libertex does not. Overall, Libertex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $117 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
ETFinance offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Libertex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Libertex supports social and copy trading features, which ETFinance does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ETFinance and Libertex compare. ETFinance runs regular live webinars; Libertex does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. ETFinance maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETFinance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| 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 Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Libertex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETFinance supports 2 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETFinance | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |