Chase Bank
Interactive Investor
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
Chase Bank was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in United States, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. Chase Bank holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Interactive Investor is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Chase Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Chase Bank and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1975 | 1995 |
| Country | United States | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Chase Bank and Interactive Investor, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Interactive Investor has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Chase Bank). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Chase Bank does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Chase Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Interactive Investor supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Interactive Investor supports social and copy trading features, which Chase Bank does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Chase Bank | 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 | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | 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 Chase Bank and Interactive Investor compare. Chase Bank runs regular live webinars; Interactive Investor does not. Both provide video tutorials. Chase Bank publishes daily market commentary; Interactive Investor does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Chase Bank maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Chase Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Chase Bank 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 | Chase Bank | 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 Chase Bank 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 | Chase Bank | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |