ETX Capital
Libertex
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Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. ETX Capital holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $117 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 2002 | 2012 |
| Country | UK | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $117 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ETX Capital 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 ETX Capital does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETX Capital | 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ETX Capital and Libertex compare. ETX Capital 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. ETX Capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETX Capital | 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. ETX Capital accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 Libertex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |