CFI Markets
Invast Global
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Overview
CFI Markets was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. CFI Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. CFI Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at CFI Markets and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2012 | 1960 |
| Country | Cyprus | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CFI Markets and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CFI Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). CFI Markets charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. CFI Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. CFI Markets charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, CFI Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
CFI Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. CFI Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how CFI Markets and Invast Global compare. CFI Markets runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. CFI Markets publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. CFI Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. CFI Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. CFI Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CFI Markets and Invast Global 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 | CFI Markets | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |