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GKFX

7/10

state one stockbroking limited

7.6/10
7/10RegulationWinner10/10
8/10WinnerFees1/10
9/10PlatformsTied9/10
6/10WinnerEducation & Research4/10
4/10Deposits & WithdrawalsWinner10/10
10/10SupportTied10/10

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Overview

GKFX was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in UK, while state one stockbroking limited was established in 2018 and is based in Anguilla. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. GKFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; state one stockbroking limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $20 at GKFX and $250 at state one stockbroking limited.

state one stockbroking limited wins this category
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
Min. Deposit$20$250
RegulationFinancial Conduct Authority (FCA)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-F309
Founded20102018
CountryUKAnguilla
Clients10,000+10,000+

Fees

Fees are a critical factor when choosing between GKFX and state one stockbroking limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. GKFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $20 (vs $250 at state one stockbroking limited). GKFX charges withdrawal fees while state one stockbroking limited does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. GKFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; state one stockbroking limited does not. GKFX charges deposit fees; state one stockbroking limited does not. Overall, GKFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.

GKFX wins this category
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
Min. Deposit$20$250
Withdrawal FeesYesNo
Inactivity FeesYesNo
Deposit FeesYesNo
CFD FeesYesNo

Platforms

GKFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while state one stockbroking limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. GKFX supports social and copy trading features, which state one stockbroking limited does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.

Tied
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
MT4YesYes
MT5YesYes
cTraderYesYes
Windows AppYesYes
iOS AppYesYes
Android AppYesYes
Trading PlatformsMT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile appsMT4, 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 GKFX and state one stockbroking limited compare. GKFX runs regular live webinars; state one stockbroking limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. GKFX publishes daily market commentary; state one stockbroking limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. GKFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. GKFX scores higher overall in education and research.

GKFX wins this category
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
Forex EducationNoYes
CFD EducationYesNo
Weekly WebinarsYesNo
Daily CommentaryYesNo
Trading CentralYesNo
AutochartistNoYes

Deposits & Withdrawals

Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. GKFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while state one stockbroking limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). state one stockbroking limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. state one stockbroking limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.

state one stockbroking limited wins this category
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
Bank TransferYesYes
Credit CardYesYes
PayPalNoYes
SkrillNoYes
NetellerNoYes

Support

Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both GKFX and state one stockbroking limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. GKFX supports 2 languages and state one stockbroking limited supports 8, giving state one stockbroking limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.

Tied
FeatureGKFXstate one stockbroking limited
Live ChatYesYes
Phone SupportYesYes
Email SupportYesYes
LanguagesEnglish, and ChineseEnglish, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic