Plus500
World Forex Review
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while World Forex Review was established in 2008 and is based in Vanuatu. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while World Forex Review is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; World Forex Review has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Plus500 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| 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 | Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | Israel | Vanuatu |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 and World Forex Review, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. World Forex Review charges withdrawal fees while Plus500 does not, giving Plus500 an edge for frequent withdrawers. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; World Forex Review does not. World Forex Review charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Plus500 offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while World Forex Review supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Plus500 supports social and copy trading features, which World Forex Review does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Plus500 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Plus500 and World Forex Review 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 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 World Forex Review supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Plus500 uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. Plus500 scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Plus500 and World Forex Review offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and World Forex Review supports 2, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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, and Chinese |