FreshForex
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
FreshForex was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Russia, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. FreshForex holds licences including SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012, while shaw and partners limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FreshForex serves 710,000+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FreshForex and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | FreshForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F305 |
| Founded | 2004 | 2014 |
| Country | Russia | Switzerland |
| Clients | 710,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FreshForex and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FreshForex does not. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FreshForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
FreshForex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while shaw and partners limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. shaw and partners limited edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FreshForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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 shaw and partners limited compare. FreshForex runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. FreshForex publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. shaw and partners limited integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); FreshForex does not. FreshForex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FreshForex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FreshForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 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 | FreshForex | 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 FreshForex and shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FreshForex supports 1 language and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving shaw and partners limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FreshForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |