Fidelity
forex4you
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Overview
Fidelity was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while forex4you was established in 2020 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Fidelity serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; forex4you has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Fidelity and $250 at forex4you.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) | 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-F227 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2020 |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Fidelity and forex4you, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Fidelity has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at forex4you). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Fidelity scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Fidelity offers MT5, cTrader, while forex4you 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. forex4you edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 8 device, Website, Trader Pro | 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 Fidelity and forex4you compare. Fidelity runs regular live webinars; forex4you does not. Fidelity has a video library; forex4you does not. Fidelity publishes daily market commentary; forex4you does not. Fidelity integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); forex4you does not. Fidelity maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Fidelity scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Fidelity accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while forex4you supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). forex4you uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. forex4you scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Fidelity and forex4you offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Fidelity supports 2 languages and forex4you supports 8, giving forex4you broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Fidelity | forex4you |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |