Ally invest
Etrade
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Overview
Ally invest was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in United States, while Etrade was established in 2012 and is based in United States. Ally invest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Etrade is regulated by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) among others. Ally invest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Etrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ally invest and $100 at Etrade.
| Feature | Ally invest | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2012 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ally invest and Etrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Etrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Ally invest). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ally invest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Etrade does not. Overall, Etrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ally invest | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ally invest offers MT5, cTrader, while Etrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Etrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ally invest | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | cTrader, SocialTrading, webPlatform, DesktopPlatform, Proprietary . |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ally invest and Etrade 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. Ally invest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ally invest | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Etrade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ally invest | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Etrade 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 | Etrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |