Libertex
Traders Trust
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Overview
Libertex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Traders Trust was established in 1998 and is based in Cyprus. Libertex holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12, while Traders Trust is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Libertex serves 2,200,000+ clients worldwide; Traders Trust has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $117 at Libertex and $100 at Traders Trust.
| Feature | Libertex | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority Bundesanstalt f├ó╦å┼í├é┬║r Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin), The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), The Commissione Nazionale per le Societ├ó╦å┼í├óÔé¼┬á e la Borsa (CONSOB), Finansinspektionen (FI), Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), Financial Services Authority (FSA) |
| Founded | 2012 | 1998 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 2,200,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Libertex and Traders Trust, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Traders Trust has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Traders Trust applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Libertex does not. Overall, Libertex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Libertex | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Traders Trust 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 | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Traders Trust compare. Traders Trust 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. Traders Trust maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Traders Trust scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Libertex | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Traders Trust supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Libertex | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Libertex and Traders Trust offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Libertex supports 9 languages and Traders Trust supports 2, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Libertex | Traders Trust |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese | English, and Chinese |