ForexTB
td ameritrade
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Overview
ForexTB was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while td ameritrade was established in 2016 and is based in Malta. ForexTB holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while td ameritrade is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. ForexTB serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; td ameritrade has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | ForexTB | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 272/15 | 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 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Country | Cyprus | Malta |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ForexTB and td ameritrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ForexTB | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ForexTB offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while td ameritrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ForexTB | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 ForexTB and td ameritrade compare. ForexTB runs regular live webinars; td ameritrade does not. ForexTB has a video library; td ameritrade does not. ForexTB publishes daily market commentary; td ameritrade does not. ForexTB integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); td ameritrade does not. ForexTB maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ForexTB scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ForexTB | td ameritrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ForexTB 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 | ForexTB | 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 ForexTB and td ameritrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ForexTB supports 2 languages and td ameritrade supports 8, giving td ameritrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ForexTB | 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 |