PaxForex
tradershome
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Overview
PaxForex was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while tradershome was established in 2013 and is based in Russia. PaxForex holds licences including Financial Services Authority (FSA), while tradershome is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. PaxForex serves 350+ clients worldwide; tradershome has 1,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at PaxForex and $250 at tradershome.
| Feature | PaxForex | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F328 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2013 |
| Country | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Russia |
| Clients | 350+ | 1,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between PaxForex and tradershome, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. PaxForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at tradershome). PaxForex charges withdrawal fees while tradershome does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. PaxForex charges deposit fees; tradershome does not. Overall, PaxForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | PaxForex | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
PaxForex offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while tradershome 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 | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradershome compare. PaxForex runs regular live webinars; tradershome does not. Both provide video tutorials. PaxForex publishes daily market commentary; tradershome 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 | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradershome supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). tradershome uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. tradershome scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | PaxForex | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tradershome offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. PaxForex supports 15 languages and tradershome supports 8, giving PaxForex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | PaxForex | tradershome |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |