regent markets group
Robinhood
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Overview
regent markets group was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in United Kingdom, while Robinhood was established in 2013 and is based in USA. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. regent markets group serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Robinhood has 10,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at regent markets group and $0 at Robinhood.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | 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-F299 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Supervision Commission (FSC) |
| Founded | 2020 | 2013 |
| Country | United Kingdom | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between regent markets group and Robinhood, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Robinhood has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at regent markets group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. regent markets group charges deposit fees; Robinhood does not. Overall, Robinhood scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
regent markets group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Robinhood supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. regent markets group edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how regent markets group and Robinhood 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. Robinhood scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. regent markets group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Robinhood supports 1 (bank transfer). regent markets group uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. regent markets group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both regent markets group and Robinhood offer live chat support. regent markets group offers phone support; Robinhood does not. Email support is available at both brokers. regent markets group supports 8 languages and Robinhood supports 13, giving Robinhood broader global reach. regent markets group scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | regent markets group | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |