kawase
Saxo Markets
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Overview
kawase was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Australia, while Saxo Markets was established in 2012 and is based in Denmark. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. kawase serves 3,500,000+ clients worldwide; Saxo Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at kawase and $6500 at Saxo Markets.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $6500 |
| 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-F266 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
| Country | Australia | Denmark |
| Clients | 3,500,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between kawase and Saxo Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. kawase has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $6500 at Saxo Markets). Saxo Markets charges withdrawal fees while kawase does not, giving kawase an edge for frequent withdrawers. Saxo Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; kawase does not. Overall, kawase scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $6500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
kawase offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Saxo Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Saxo Markets supports social and copy trading features, which kawase does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how kawase and Saxo Markets compare. kawase runs regular live webinars; Saxo Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. kawase publishes daily market commentary; Saxo Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. kawase maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. kawase scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. kawase accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Saxo Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). kawase uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. kawase scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 kawase and Saxo Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. kawase supports 8 languages and Saxo Markets supports 2, giving kawase broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | kawase | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |