Ally invest
fxdd
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Overview
Ally invest was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in United States, while fxdd was established in 2010 and is based in Belize. Ally invest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while fxdd is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission among others. Ally invest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fxdd has 14,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ally invest and $250 at fxdd.
| Feature | Ally invest | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 |
| Founded | 2013 | 2010 |
| Country | United States | Belize |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 14,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ally invest and fxdd, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. fxdd has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at Ally invest). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ally invest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fxdd does not. Overall, fxdd scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ally invest | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ally invest offers MT5, cTrader, while fxdd 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. fxdd edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ally invest | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ally invest and fxdd 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 | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fxdd supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ally invest | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 fxdd offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ally invest supports 2 languages and fxdd supports 8, giving fxdd broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ally invest | fxdd |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |