Plus500
tusarfx
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while tusarfx was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while tusarfx is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; tusarfx has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Plus500 and $250 at tusarfx.
| Feature | Plus500 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F332 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2017 |
| Country | Israel | United States |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 and tusarfx, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Plus500 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at tusarfx). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; tusarfx does not. tusarfx charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Plus500 offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while tusarfx 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 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tusarfx compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Plus500 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | 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. Plus500 accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill), while tusarfx supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). tusarfx uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. tusarfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tusarfx offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and tusarfx supports 8, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |