Hargreaves Lansdown
Startrader
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Overview
Hargreaves Lansdown was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in UK, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hargreaves Lansdown serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $200 at Hargreaves Lansdown and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 1981 | 2011 |
| Country | UK | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hargreaves Lansdown and Startrader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hargreaves Lansdown has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $50 at Startrader). Startrader charges withdrawal fees while Hargreaves Lansdown does not, giving Hargreaves Lansdown an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Hargreaves Lansdown offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Hargreaves Lansdown offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader supports social and copy trading features, which Hargreaves Lansdown does not offer. Hargreaves Lansdown edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, 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 Hargreaves Lansdown and Startrader 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. Startrader scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Hargreaves Lansdown accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Startrader supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Startrader uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Startrader scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Hargreaves Lansdown and Startrader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hargreaves Lansdown | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese |