Libertex
London Capital Group (LCG)
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Overview
Libertex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while London Capital Group (LCG) was established in 1996 and is based in UK. Libertex holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12, while London Capital Group (LCG) is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA: 182110) among others. Libertex serves 2,200,000+ clients worldwide; London Capital Group (LCG) has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $117 at Libertex and $100 at London Capital Group (LCG).
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA: 182110) |
| Founded | 2012 | 1996 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 2,200,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Libertex and London Capital Group (LCG), directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. London Capital Group (LCG) has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. London Capital Group (LCG) applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Libertex does not. Overall, Libertex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Libertex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while London Capital Group (LCG) supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Libertex and London Capital Group (LCG) compare. London Capital Group (LCG) runs regular live webinars; Libertex does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. London Capital Group (LCG) maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. London Capital Group (LCG) scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Libertex accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while London Capital Group (LCG) supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Libertex and London Capital Group (LCG) offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Libertex supports 9 languages and London Capital Group (LCG) supports 18, giving London Capital Group (LCG) broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Libertex | London Capital Group (LCG) |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese | English, Russian, Malaysian, Korean, Swedish, German, French, Indonesian, Turkish, Norwegian, Chinese, Italian, Arabic, Portuguese, Spanish, Polish, Thai, and Vietnamese. |