Vanguard Investments
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Vanguard Investments was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in United States, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Vanguard Investments holds licences including Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Vanguard Investments serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Vanguard Investments and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Office of the Comptroller of the Currency | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Vanguard Investments and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Vanguard Investments has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Vanguard Investments charges withdrawal fees while Zacks Trade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Vanguard Investments applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zacks Trade does not. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Vanguard Investments does not. Overall, Vanguard Investments scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Vanguard Investments offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Vanguard Investments supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Vanguard Investments and Zacks Trade 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. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Vanguard Investments accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Vanguard Investments and Zacks Trade 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 | Vanguard Investments | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |