Easy to start from Sharjah, but fees need clearer labels

Name: Easy to start from Sharjah, but fees need clearer labels
Item: Etoro
Rating: 4
Author: Mariam Qureshi

I’m Mariam from Sharjah and I opened my account mainly to test the platform with a small amount before committing more. The signup and verification were straightforward and I liked that the interface is clean enough to place trades without digging through menus. My main positive is usability: watchlists, basic charting, and order placement felt beginner-friendly, and I didn’t have to fight the app to find my open positions. Execution was generally fine for my style (I’m not scalping), although during a couple of busy market moments the price I got was a little different than what I expected. What I’d improve is the way costs are explained. I could see spreads/fees, but I had to click around to understand what applies in which situation (especially when switching instruments). Support answered, but the first reply felt scripted and the second message was more helpful. Overall it’s a good experience for someone who values convenience and a simple UI, but I still double-check the cost details before trading bigger size.

Experience: 6 months
Country: United Arab Emirates
Account type: Standard
Deposit experience: 5/5
Withdrawal experience: 4/5
Support rating: 3/5

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