ExpertOption- Review

ExpertOption is a new digital options broker that is quickly gaining fame and claims to be one of the best options in the market at the moment. It is regulated by the Russian FMRRC. Its license number is TSRF RU 0395 AA Vv0084.

We conducted a detailed investigation and were very pleased with the results. It seems to be a good choice even for the newbies, and especially those who have little savings to invest in digital options trading. Read on for more details.

The ExpertOption broker offers a variety of lucrative features to its clients. However, these features vary depending on the type of trading account that a client chooses to open.

This broker provides four types of trading accounts from which their clients can choose from. Every account has its own features and it is advisable that every prospective trader to go through all the features before choosing the type of account to open.

1. Mini Account - For a client wishing to open this type of an account, he or she will require a minimum deposit of just $50. This is among the lowest among the digital options brokerage firms. Also, the client is assigned a personal account manager to help manage the account. The client is also entitled to one personal trading session and a weekly economic newsletter. There is also a 50% bonus.
2. Silver Account - For a trader to open an ExpertOption silver account he or she will need a minimum deposit of $250. The trader will be entitled to a personal manager and two personal training sessions as well as a weekly economic analysis. In addition, the trader will get a 80% bonus.
3. Gold Account - This account will require a higher minimum deposit since the minimum deposit required is $1000. For a trader to invest such a huge amount in digital options trading, the trader has to be well versed with trading. Similar to other account types, the trader will also have a personal account manager. In addition, the trader is entitled to 4 personal training sessions, a daily economic analysis and a 100% bonus. Other features of this account are the that the trader is given priority when it comes to money withdrawals.
4. VIP Account - This is the highest account that a trader can open with ExpertOption broker. It is reserved for the professionals and it requires a minimum deposit of $2500.

The trader is entitled to a VIP personal account manager, daily economic analysis and an individual educational plan.

The bonus is increased to 125% and the trader is given priority when it comes to withdrawing money.Also, the trader is able to access the analysis of his or her trade history.

The ExpertOption broker also provides traders with a demo account that doesn't need any extra downloads. In the demo account, traders are provided with $1000 virtual money so that they can test the broker's digital options platform before starting to trade.

The ExpertOption also has very well laid out bonus terms found in the Terms section. The main thing with the bonuses is that they require a x50 turnover before withdrawing. Also, the trader has the chance to cancel a bonus but only before placing any trade after taking the bonus.

The Minimum investment with this broker is $1 which is the lowest and it helps traders to test the market environment before investing larger sums of money.

What Features are Offered by ExpertOption?

1. ExpertOption trading platform - The platform has been solely developed and is used exclusively by ExpertOption broker. In the trading industry, the vast majority of brokers use software designed and built by other service providers but not ExpertOption. Their proprietary software is very easy to use, with a straightforward layout and interface making it appropriate for both new and seasoned traders alike. The software also includes features which enable traders to take on and perform a few technical tasks which help in improving their profits per trade while at the same time swiftly executing transactions.
2. Educational material - The broker's website is loaded with lots of educational and informative material which is part of its 'Education' section. The material is enough to help a newbie trader get up and trading in a short time. Whether they are interested in trading digital options, indices or currencies the material offers some advice and strategy for each type of trade. In addition, a glossary of various technical and commonly used trading terms along with analytical information rounds off its well stocked 'educational' section.
3. Mobile trading platform - The mobile trading platform offered by ExpertOption is an efficient trading tool which helps traders execute trades within seconds. The platform is available as an app which can be downloaded from Google Playstore for Android devices, and iOS users can download the app from AppStore. The app is an especially good option for traders who move around a lot but need to execute trades regardless of where ever they may be.
4. Assets - The broker offers a number of different trading assets which include Forex trading pairs, Gold & Oil, Commodities, and Indices. Market Indices happen to be some of the most popular assets traded by many using the platform especially since it includes firms on the S&P500.
5. Endless supply of trading signals - The platform is designed so that traders receive a steady and almost endless supply of trading signals. The alerts and signals can help traders execute relatively profitable trades. The signals will alert traders as to when a 'Strong Buy' is a good idea when staying 'Neutral' makes more sense, how much to 'Strong Sell' and 'Sell.' The signals are very important for people who trade digital options as it helps them make the right decision.

ExpertOption Promises vs. Reality

ExpertOption like many other brokers in this industry uses a number of marketing strategies to attract traders to its digital options and trading platform as a whole. The sales language is designed to lure traders both seasoned and newbie alike. However, when you set the marketing language aside and look at the website entirely objectively, it does not come across as genuine.

Finding verifiable and objective information about the website is difficult which makes it hard to choose it as a reliable trading platform. The lack of information will naturally make it difficult for any trader to trust the broker.

The broker's website also has a demo account which is meant for traders to learn how to trade digital options using the platform. However, in reality moving between the demo and main account is a hassle since it directs traders to the trading area each time.

Also, the demo account shows exaggerated profit figures which if anything it is an indication that the website is unreliable since its promising a higher than usual return deemed impossible when live trading. So, we think that the demo account is another trick to entice traders into putting money and trading with the service instead of being honest.

Bonuses and various promotions mentioned on the website are clearly outlined detailing how they will be rolled out. However, the promises of fast withdrawals are nothing more than mere gimmicks which you can further understand by referring to the website's terms and conditions pertaining to bonus withdrawals.

If anything it's not easy for traders to retrieve their withdrawals once the initial deposit is made. The bonuses have been cleverly connected to the withdrawal process which makes withdrawing the money a tedious and apparently discouraging process.

Shortcomings of ExpertOption

ExpertOption is a relatively new broker which is a problem for many traders especially because it does not have an established reputation which is why traders are not very confident using it. That said some of its biggest shortcomings are the following which we think should be improved:

1. Deposits and Withdrawals - One of the greatest concerns with ExpertOption is their transparency when it comes to withdrawing and depositing money. The guidelines are not clear as to how these transactions take place. Many traders will find this turning them off because it does not give them enough room to maneuver and make good trading decisions. It has also led to several complaints by a few traders using the platform. Plus the company's websites does not seem to be tailored to traders' needs. Which is why it is a website which does not appear to be in touch with the needs of traders it is catering to or trying to attract.
2. Customer support - Methods of getting in touch with customer support are few and far between. Not having enough ways of getting in touch with support leaves many traders high and dry because they cannot speak to someone from the company. Plus, when you do happen to figure things out the default language is Russian. If anything this language policy is isolating and alienating traders from other parts of the world, it is, for this reason, we think that the website has a small customer base.
3. Withdrawal policy - We have mentioned this before i.e. their withdrawal policy undoes a lot of their positive aspects. The system seems to be a secret and opaque for the most part which is why traders will not choose to do business with this trader. Not being able to withdraw money properly can hamper a trader's ability to trade and that's something that keeps traders at bay from this broker.