Euro Pacific Bank
kawase
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while kawase was established in 2011 and is based in Australia. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while kawase is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; kawase has 3,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $250 at kawase.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | 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-F266 |
| Founded | 1978 | 2011 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 3,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and kawase, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at kawase). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while kawase does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; kawase does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while kawase supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Euro Pacific Bank supports social and copy trading features, which kawase does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | 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 Euro Pacific Bank and kawase 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 | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Euro Pacific Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while kawase supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). kawase uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. kawase scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Euro Pacific Bank and kawase offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and kawase supports 8, giving kawase broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | kawase |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |