forextime
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Overview
forextime was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Lebanon, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. forextime serves 200,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $250 at forextime and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $50 |
| Regulation | 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-F230 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2011 |
| Country | Lebanon | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 200,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between forextime and Startrader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. forextime has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $50 at Startrader). Startrader charges withdrawal fees while forextime does not, giving forextime an edge for frequent withdrawers. forextime charges deposit fees; Startrader does not. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
forextime offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. forextime offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader supports social and copy trading features, which forextime does not offer. forextime edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5 and Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how forextime and Startrader 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. forextime accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Startrader supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). forextime uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. forextime scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| 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 forextime and Startrader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. forextime supports 8 languages and Startrader supports 2, giving forextime broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | forextime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Chinese |