Forex EE
OptionWeb
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Overview
Forex EE was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Grenadines, while OptionWeb was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Forex EE holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia, while OptionWeb is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Forex EE serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OptionWeb has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Forex EE and $200 at OptionWeb.
| Feature | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2012 |
| Country | Grenadines | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex EE and OptionWeb, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Forex EE has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at OptionWeb). Forex EE charges withdrawal fees while OptionWeb does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, OptionWeb scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Forex EE offers MT5, cTrader, while OptionWeb supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex EE and OptionWeb compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex EE accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while OptionWeb supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex EE and OptionWeb 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 | Forex EE | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |