First Trade
Trade360
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Overview
First Trade was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while Trade360 was established in 2013 and is based in Cyprus. First Trade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while Trade360 is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. First Trade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trade360 has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at First Trade and $1 at Trade360.
| Feature | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $1 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2013 |
| Country | USA | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between First Trade and Trade360, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Trade360 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $5 at First Trade). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. First Trade charges deposit fees; Trade360 does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
First Trade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trade360 supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trade360 supports social and copy trading features, which First Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,WEB | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how First Trade and Trade360 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 | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. First Trade accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Trade360 supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both First Trade and Trade360 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | First Trade | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |