highlow
Zacks Trade
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Overview
highlow was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Australia, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. highlow holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. highlow serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at highlow and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $2500 |
| 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-F254 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2011 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between highlow and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. highlow has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. highlow charges deposit fees; Zacks Trade does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
highlow offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. highlow supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how highlow and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; highlow does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; highlow does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zacks Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. highlow accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). highlow uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. highlow scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 highlow and Zacks Trade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. highlow supports 8 languages and Zacks Trade supports 2, giving highlow broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | highlow | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |