ETX Capital
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | 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-F305 |
| Founded | 2002 | 2014 |
| Country | UK | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ETX Capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while shaw and partners limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. shaw and partners limited supports social and copy trading features, which ETX Capital does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 ETX Capital and shaw and partners limited compare. ETX Capital runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. ETX Capital publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ETX Capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ETX Capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 shaw and partners limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving shaw and partners limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |