regent markets group
Xtrade
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Overview
regent markets group was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in United Kingdom, while Xtrade was established in 2003 and is based in Australia. regent markets group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Xtrade is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. regent markets group serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Xtrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at regent markets group and $1 at Xtrade.
| Feature | regent markets group | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| 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 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2020 | 2003 |
| Country | United Kingdom | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between regent markets group and Xtrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Xtrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at regent markets group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. regent markets group charges deposit fees; Xtrade does not. Overall, Xtrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | regent markets group | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| 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 Xtrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. regent markets group supports social and copy trading features, which Xtrade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | regent markets group | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Not available |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how regent markets group and Xtrade compare. regent markets group runs regular live webinars; Xtrade does not. regent markets group has a video library; Xtrade does not. regent markets group publishes daily market commentary; Xtrade does not. regent markets group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Xtrade does not. regent markets group maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. regent markets group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | regent markets group | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. regent markets group uniquely supports bank transfer and 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 | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Not available |
| Credit Card | Yes | Not available |
| PayPal | Yes | Not available |
| Skrill | Yes | Not available |
| Neteller | Yes | Not available |
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 Xtrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. regent markets group offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | regent markets group | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | Not available |