FreshForex
pro finance service
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Overview
FreshForex was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Russia, while pro finance service was established in 2017 and is based in Geneva. FreshForex holds licences including SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012, while pro finance service is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FreshForex serves 710,000+ clients worldwide; pro finance service has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FreshForex and $250 at pro finance service.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 | 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-F296 |
| Founded | 2004 | 2017 |
| Country | Russia | Geneva |
| Clients | 710,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FreshForex and pro finance service, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at pro finance service). pro finance service charges withdrawal fees while FreshForex does not, giving FreshForex an edge for frequent withdrawers. pro finance service applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FreshForex does not. pro finance service charges deposit fees; FreshForex does not. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
FreshForex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while pro finance service supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. FreshForex supports social and copy trading features, which pro finance service does not offer. pro finance service edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux | 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 FreshForex and pro finance service compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. pro finance service integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); FreshForex does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. pro finance service scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FreshForex accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while pro finance service supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). pro finance service uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. pro finance service scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FreshForex and pro finance service offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FreshForex supports 1 language and pro finance service supports 8, giving pro finance service broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FreshForex | pro finance service |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |