ETX Capital
FreshForex
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while FreshForex was established in 2004 and is based in Russia. ETX Capital holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while FreshForex is regulated by SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 among others. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FreshForex has 710,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $1 at FreshForex.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 |
| Founded | 2002 | 2004 |
| Country | UK | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 710,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and FreshForex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at ETX Capital). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ETX Capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FreshForex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. ETX Capital offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for FreshForex is limited. FreshForex supports social and copy trading features, which ETX Capital does not offer. ETX Capital edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ETX Capital and FreshForex compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. ETX Capital integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); FreshForex does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ETX Capital accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while FreshForex supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). FreshForex uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. FreshForex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both ETX Capital and FreshForex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and FreshForex supports 1, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English |