ForexMart
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
ForexMart was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. ForexMart holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while shaw and partners limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ForexMart serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at ForexMart and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | 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-F305 |
| Founded | 2015 | 2014 |
| Country | Cyprus | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ForexMart and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ForexMart has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). ForexMart charges withdrawal fees while shaw and partners limited does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ForexMart does not. ForexMart charges deposit fees; shaw and partners limited does not. Overall, ForexMart scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
ForexMart offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while shaw and partners limited 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 | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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, desktop | 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 ForexMart and shaw and partners limited compare. ForexMart runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. ForexMart publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ForexMart maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ForexMart scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ForexMart accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while shaw and partners limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both ForexMart and shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ForexMart supports 15 languages and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving ForexMart broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ForexMart | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian,Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |