City Index
Invast Global
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Overview
City Index was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in UK, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. City Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. City Index serves 14,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at City Index and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | City Index | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1983 | 1960 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 14,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between City Index and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. City Index has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). City Index charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. City Index applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. City Index charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, City Index scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | City Index | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
City Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. City Index supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | City Index | 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, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how City Index and Invast Global compare. Invast Global has a video library; City Index does not. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); City Index does not. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | City Index | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. City Index accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). City Index uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. City Index scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | City Index | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 City Index and Invast Global offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. City Index supports 6 languages and Invast Global supports 2, giving City Index broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | City Index | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, German, Arabic, Polish, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |