Alpha Capital Markets
Interactive Investor
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Overview
Alpha Capital Markets was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in UK, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. Alpha Capital Markets holds licences including Unregulated, while Interactive Investor is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Alpha Capital Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Alpha Capital Markets and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1999 | 1995 |
| Country | UK | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Alpha Capital Markets and Interactive Investor, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Alpha Capital Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1 at Interactive Investor). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Alpha Capital Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Interactive Investor 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. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | Web Trader, ProTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Alpha Capital Markets and Interactive Investor compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Alpha Capital Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Interactive Investor supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Alpha Capital Markets and Interactive Investor 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 | Alpha Capital Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |