fxdd
Hirose Financial
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Overview
fxdd was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Belize, while Hirose Financial was established in 2004 and is based in UK. fxdd holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, while Hirose Financial is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. fxdd serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Hirose Financial has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxdd and $1 at Hirose Financial.
| Feature | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2010 | 2004 |
| Country | Belize | UK |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxdd and Hirose Financial, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hirose Financial has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fxdd). Hirose Financial charges withdrawal fees while fxdd does not, giving fxdd an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Hirose Financial scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
fxdd offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hirose Financial 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 | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how fxdd and Hirose Financial 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. fxdd scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. fxdd accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Hirose Financial supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both fxdd and Hirose Financial offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fxdd supports 8 languages and Hirose Financial supports 2, giving fxdd broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fxdd | Hirose Financial |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |