Binary.com
Investors Intelligence
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Overview
Binary.com was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in United States, while Investors Intelligence was established in 1947 and is based in London. Binary.com holds licences including Unregulated, while Investors Intelligence is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Binary.com serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Investors Intelligence has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Binary.com and $1 at Investors Intelligence.
| Feature | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2014 | 1947 |
| Country | United States | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Binary.com and Investors Intelligence, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Investors Intelligence has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at Binary.com). Binary.com charges withdrawal fees while Investors Intelligence does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Binary.com charges deposit fees; Investors Intelligence does not. Overall, Investors Intelligence scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Binary.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Investors Intelligence supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Binary.com supports social and copy trading features, which Investors Intelligence does not offer. Binary.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Binary.com and Investors Intelligence compare. Investors Intelligence runs regular live webinars; Binary.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. Investors Intelligence publishes daily market commentary; Binary.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Investors Intelligence maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Investors Intelligence scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Binary.com accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Investors Intelligence supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Binary.com and Investors Intelligence 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 | Binary.com | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |