global prime
Startrader
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
global prime was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in United Kingdom, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. global prime serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $250 at global prime and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | global prime | 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-F249 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 2018 | 2011 |
| Country | United Kingdom | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between global prime and Startrader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. global prime has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $50 at Startrader). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. global prime charges deposit fees; Startrader does not. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | global prime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
global prime offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. global prime offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader supports social and copy trading features, which global prime does not offer. global prime edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | global prime | 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 global prime and Startrader compare. Startrader runs regular live webinars; global prime does not. Both provide video tutorials. Startrader publishes daily market commentary; global prime does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Startrader maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Startrader scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | global prime | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. global prime 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). global prime uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. global prime scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | global prime | 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 global prime and Startrader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. global prime supports 8 languages and Startrader supports 2, giving global prime broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | global prime | 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 |