Etrade
tradestation
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Overview
Etrade was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in United States, while tradestation was established in 2014 and is based in Cyprus. Etrade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while tradestation is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Etrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; tradestation has 3,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Etrade and $250 at tradestation.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F329 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2014 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 3,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Etrade and tradestation, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Etrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at tradestation). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Etrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradestation supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Etrade supports social and copy trading features, which tradestation does not offer. Etrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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 tradestation 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. tradestation scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradestation supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). tradestation uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. tradestation scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradestation offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Etrade supports 2 languages and tradestation supports 8, giving tradestation broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Etrade | tradestation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |