Forex.com
Plus500
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Overview
Forex.com was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in United States, while Plus500 was established in 2008 and is based in Israel. Forex.com holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Plus500 is regulated by Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909) among others. Forex.com serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; Plus500 has 1,000,000+. The minimum deposit is Typical at Forex.com and $100 at Plus500.
| Feature | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Israel |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 1,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex.com and Plus500, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Plus500 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while Plus500 does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Forex.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Plus500 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 | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex.com and Plus500 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. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Plus500 supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill). Plus500 uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. Plus500 scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| 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 Forex.com and Plus500 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex.com supports 3 languages and Plus500 supports 15, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex.com | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Arabic | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese |