shaw and partners limited
Trade360
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Overview
shaw and partners limited was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Trade360 was established in 2013 and is based in Cyprus. shaw and partners limited holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Trade360 is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. shaw and partners limited serves 250,000+ clients worldwide; Trade360 has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at shaw and partners limited and $1 at Trade360.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F305 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2013 |
| Country | Switzerland | Cyprus |
| Clients | 250,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between shaw and partners limited and Trade360, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Trade360 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at shaw and partners limited). Trade360 charges withdrawal fees while shaw and partners limited does not, giving shaw and partners limited an edge for frequent withdrawers. shaw and partners limited applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Trade360 does not. Trade360 charges deposit fees; shaw and partners limited does not. Overall, Trade360 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
shaw and partners limited 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 | shaw and partners limited | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how shaw and partners limited and Trade360 compare. Trade360 runs regular live webinars; shaw and partners limited does not. Both provide video tutorials. Trade360 publishes daily market commentary; shaw and partners limited 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 | shaw and partners limited | 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. shaw and partners limited accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Trade360 supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). shaw and partners limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. shaw and partners limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| 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 shaw and partners limited and Trade360 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. shaw and partners limited supports 8 languages and Trade360 supports 2, giving shaw and partners limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | shaw and partners limited | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |