Fidelity
fx private
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Overview
Fidelity was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while fx private was established in 2020 and is based in USA. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Fidelity serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx private has 12,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Fidelity and $250 at fx private.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F239 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2020 |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 12,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Fidelity and fx private, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Fidelity has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at fx private). fx private charges withdrawal fees while Fidelity does not, giving Fidelity an edge for frequent withdrawers. Fidelity applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fx private does not. Overall, Fidelity scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Fidelity offers MT5, cTrader, while fx private supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Fidelity supports social and copy trading features, which fx private does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| 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 fx private compare. Fidelity runs regular live webinars; fx private does not. Both provide video tutorials. Fidelity publishes daily market commentary; fx private does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Fidelity maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Fidelity scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 fx private supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx private uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx private scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fx private offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Fidelity supports 2 languages and fx private supports 8, giving fx private broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Fidelity | fx private |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |