Saxo Markets
Trade360
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Overview
Saxo Markets was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Denmark, while Trade360 was established in 2013 and is based in Cyprus. Saxo Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Trade360 is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Saxo Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trade360 has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $6500 at Saxo Markets and $1 at Trade360.
| Feature | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $6500 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2013 |
| Country | Denmark | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Saxo Markets and Trade360, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Trade360 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $6500 at Saxo Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Saxo Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Trade360 does not. Trade360 charges deposit fees; Saxo Markets does not. Overall, Trade360 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $6500 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Saxo Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trade360 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 | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Saxo Markets and Trade360 compare. Trade360 runs regular live webinars; Saxo Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Trade360 publishes daily market commentary; Saxo Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Trade360 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Trade360 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Saxo Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Trade360 supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 Saxo Markets and Trade360 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Saxo Markets | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |