Plus500
shaw and partners limited
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while shaw and partners limited was established in 2014 and is based in Switzerland. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while shaw and partners limited is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; shaw and partners limited has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Plus500 and $250 at shaw and partners limited.
| Feature | Plus500 | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 | 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 | 2008 | 2014 |
| Country | Israel | Switzerland |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 and shaw and partners limited, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Plus500 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Plus500 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 | Plus500 | 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 Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 Plus500 and shaw and partners limited compare. Plus500 runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. Plus500 publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Plus500 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Plus500 | 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. Plus500 accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill), while shaw and partners limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Plus500 and shaw and partners limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and shaw and partners limited supports 8, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | shaw and partners limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |