ord minnett limited
SpreadCo
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Overview
ord minnett limited was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Australia, while SpreadCo was established in 2005 and is based in London. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. ord minnett limited serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; SpreadCo has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at ord minnett limited and $100 at SpreadCo.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| 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-F292 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2005 |
| Country | Australia | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ord minnett limited and SpreadCo, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. SpreadCo has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at ord minnett limited). SpreadCo charges withdrawal fees while ord minnett limited does not, giving ord minnett limited an edge for frequent withdrawers. SpreadCo charges deposit fees; ord minnett limited does not. Overall, SpreadCo scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
ord minnett limited offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while SpreadCo supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. SpreadCo supports social and copy trading features, which ord minnett limited does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ord minnett limited and SpreadCo compare. ord minnett limited runs regular live webinars; SpreadCo does not. Both provide video tutorials. ord minnett limited publishes daily market commentary; SpreadCo does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. ord minnett limited maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ord minnett limited scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ord minnett limited accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while SpreadCo supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). ord minnett limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ord minnett limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ord minnett limited and SpreadCo offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ord minnett limited supports 8 languages and SpreadCo supports 2, giving ord minnett limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | SpreadCo |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |