AJ Bell
Invast Global
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Overview
AJ Bell was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in UK, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. AJ Bell holds licences including Central Bank of UAE, while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. AJ Bell serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at AJ Bell and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Central Bank of UAE | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1997 | 1960 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between AJ Bell and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. AJ Bell has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, AJ Bell scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
AJ Bell offers MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Invast Global edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how AJ Bell and Invast Global compare. Invast Global has a video library; AJ Bell does not. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); AJ Bell does not. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. AJ Bell accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 AJ Bell and Invast Global 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 | AJ Bell | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |