Ally invest
Bell Potter Securities
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Overview
Ally invest was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in United States, while Bell Potter Securities was established in 2015 and is based in Austrailia. Ally invest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Bell Potter Securities is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Ally invest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Bell Potter Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ally invest and $5 at Bell Potter Securities.
| Feature | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $5 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2015 |
| Country | United States | Austrailia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ally invest and Bell Potter Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bell Potter Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $5 (vs $500 at Ally invest). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $5 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ally invest offers MT5, cTrader, while Bell Potter Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ally invest supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. Bell Potter Securities edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ally invest and Bell Potter Securities 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 | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Ally invest accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Bell Potter Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ally invest and Bell Potter Securities 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 | Ally invest | Bell Potter Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |