icm capital
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Overview
icm capital was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Geneva, while OptionWeb was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. icm capital holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while OptionWeb is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. icm capital serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OptionWeb has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at icm capital and $200 at OptionWeb.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| 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-F258 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2012 |
| Country | Geneva | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between icm capital and OptionWeb, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. OptionWeb has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at icm capital). icm capital charges withdrawal fees while OptionWeb does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, OptionWeb scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
icm capital offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while OptionWeb supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. icm capital supports social and copy trading features, which OptionWeb does not offer. icm capital edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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 | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how icm capital and OptionWeb compare. icm capital runs regular live webinars; OptionWeb does not. Both provide video tutorials. icm capital publishes daily market commentary; OptionWeb does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. icm capital maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. icm capital scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. icm capital accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while OptionWeb supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). icm capital uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. icm capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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 icm capital and OptionWeb offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. icm capital supports 8 languages and OptionWeb supports 2, giving icm capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | icm capital | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |