Ezinvest
selftrade
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Overview
Ezinvest was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while selftrade was established in 2013 and is based in Australia. Ezinvest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while selftrade is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ezinvest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; selftrade has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ezinvest and $250 at selftrade.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | 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-F304 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2013 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ezinvest and selftrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. selftrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at Ezinvest). selftrade charges withdrawal fees while Ezinvest does not, giving Ezinvest an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ezinvest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; selftrade does not. selftrade charges deposit fees; Ezinvest does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Ezinvest offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while selftrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Android, iPhone/iPad | 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 Ezinvest and selftrade compare. Ezinvest runs regular live webinars; selftrade does not. Both provide video tutorials. Ezinvest publishes daily market commentary; selftrade does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Ezinvest maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Ezinvest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Ezinvest accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while selftrade supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). selftrade uniquely supports bank transfer and PayPal among the two brokers. selftrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | 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 Ezinvest and selftrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ezinvest supports 15 languages and selftrade supports 8, giving Ezinvest broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ezinvest | selftrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |