Commonwealth Securities
Invast Global
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Overview
Commonwealth Securities was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Australia, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. Commonwealth Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Commonwealth Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Commonwealth Securities and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1999 | 1960 |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Commonwealth Securities and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Invast Global has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25000 (vs $5000 at Commonwealth Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Commonwealth Securities charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, Invast Global scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Commonwealth Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Commonwealth Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | 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 | Metatrader 4 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Commonwealth Securities and Invast Global compare. Commonwealth Securities runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. Commonwealth Securities publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Commonwealth Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Commonwealth Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | 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. Commonwealth Securities 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 | Commonwealth Securities | 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 Commonwealth Securities 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 | Commonwealth Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |