Forex EE
td ameritrade
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Overview
Forex EE was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Grenadines, while td ameritrade was established in 2016 and is based in Malta. Forex EE holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia, while td ameritrade is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Forex EE serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; td ameritrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Forex EE and $250 at td ameritrade.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia | 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-F319 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2016 |
| Country | Grenadines | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex EE and td ameritrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Forex EE has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at td ameritrade). Forex EE charges withdrawal fees while td ameritrade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Forex EE scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Forex EE offers MT5, cTrader, while td ameritrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. td ameritrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | 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 Forex EE and td ameritrade compare. Forex EE has a video library; td ameritrade does not. Forex EE integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); td ameritrade does not. Forex EE scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 td ameritrade supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). td ameritrade uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. td ameritrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex EE and td ameritrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex EE supports 2 languages and td ameritrade supports 8, giving td ameritrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex EE | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |