ETX Capital
Startrader
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Overview
ETX Capital was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in UK, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. ETX Capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $100 at ETX Capital and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 2002 | 2011 |
| Country | UK | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETX Capital and Startrader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at Startrader). Startrader charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, giving ETX Capital an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ETX Capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. ETX Capital offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader 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 | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5 and Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ETX Capital and Startrader 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Startrader supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Startrader uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. Startrader scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Startrader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ETX Capital supports 7 languages and Startrader supports 2, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ETX Capital | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin | English, Chinese |