PaxForex
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
PaxForex was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. PaxForex holds licences including Financial Services Authority (FSA), while shaw and partners limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. PaxForex serves 350+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at PaxForex and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Authority (FSA), Registration Number 21973 IBC 2014 1825 | 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-F305 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2014 |
| Country | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Switzerland |
| Clients | 350+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between PaxForex and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. PaxForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). PaxForex charges withdrawal fees while shaw and partners limited does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; PaxForex does not. PaxForex charges deposit fees; shaw and partners limited does not. Overall, PaxForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
PaxForex offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while shaw and partners limited 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 | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web, iPad, mac, Desktop, iPhone iOS | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how PaxForex and shaw and partners limited compare. PaxForex runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. PaxForex publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. PaxForex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. PaxForex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| 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. PaxForex accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while shaw and partners limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 PaxForex and shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. PaxForex supports 15 languages and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving PaxForex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | PaxForex | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian,Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |