Etrade
fxgiants
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Overview
Etrade was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in United States, while fxgiants was established in 2011 and is based in Cyprus. Etrade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while fxgiants is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Etrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fxgiants has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Etrade and $250 at fxgiants.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | 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-F242 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2011 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Etrade and fxgiants, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Etrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at fxgiants). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. fxgiants charges deposit fees; Etrade does not. Overall, Etrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Etrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fxgiants supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Etrade supports social and copy trading features, which fxgiants does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | cTrader, SocialTrading, webPlatform, DesktopPlatform, Proprietary . | 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 Etrade and fxgiants 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. fxgiants scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Etrade accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while fxgiants supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fxgiants uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxgiants scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Etrade and fxgiants offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Etrade supports 2 languages and fxgiants supports 8, giving fxgiants broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Etrade | fxgiants |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |