Roboforex
VTB 24 Bank
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Overview
Roboforex was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Belize, while VTB 24 Bank was established in 2008 and is based in Russia. Roboforex holds licences including RoboForex Ltd is a financial brokerage company regulated by the FSC, while VTB 24 Bank is regulated by Unregulated among others. Roboforex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; VTB 24 Bank has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Roboforex and $100 at VTB 24 Bank.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | RoboForex Ltd is a financial brokerage company regulated by the FSC, license No. 000138/437, reg. number 128.572. Address: 2118 Guava Street, Belama Phase 1, Belize City, Belize. | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2009 | 2008 |
| Country | Belize | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Roboforex and VTB 24 Bank, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Roboforex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at VTB 24 Bank). Roboforex charges withdrawal fees while VTB 24 Bank does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Roboforex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Roboforex offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while VTB 24 Bank 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. Roboforex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Roboforex and VTB 24 Bank 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. Roboforex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Roboforex accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while VTB 24 Bank supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Roboforex uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. Roboforex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 Roboforex and VTB 24 Bank offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Roboforex supports 13 languages and VTB 24 Bank supports 2, giving Roboforex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Roboforex | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Indonesian, Malaysian, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Arabic, Thai, Russian, and Ukrainian | English, and Chinese |