Etrade
onetrade
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Overview
Etrade was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in United States, while onetrade was established in 2011 and is based in Russia. Etrade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while onetrade is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Etrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; onetrade has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Etrade and $250 at onetrade.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F290 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2011 |
| Country | United States | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Etrade and onetrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Etrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at onetrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Etrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Etrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while onetrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Etrade supports social and copy trading features, which onetrade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 onetrade compare. Etrade runs regular live webinars; onetrade does not. Both provide video tutorials. Etrade publishes daily market commentary; onetrade does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Etrade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Etrade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 onetrade supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). onetrade uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. onetrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 onetrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Etrade supports 2 languages and onetrade supports 8, giving onetrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Etrade | onetrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |