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World Forex Review
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Overview
Startrader was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while World Forex Review was established in 2008 and is based in Vanuatu. Startrader holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while World Forex Review is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) among others. Startrader serves 500,000 + clients worldwide; World Forex Review has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $50 at Startrader and $100 at World Forex Review.
| Feature | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) | Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2008 |
| Country | Hong Kong | Vanuatu |
| Clients | 500,000 + | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Startrader and World Forex Review, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. World Forex Review has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at Startrader). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. World Forex Review charges deposit fees; Startrader does not. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Startrader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while World Forex Review supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Startrader supports social and copy trading features, which World Forex Review does not offer. World Forex Review edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5 and Web Trader | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Startrader and World Forex Review 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Startrader accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while World Forex Review supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Startrader uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Startrader scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Startrader and World Forex Review 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 | Startrader | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese | English, and Chinese |