EagleFX
Interactive Investor
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while Interactive Investor is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | EagleFX | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2019 | 1995 |
| Country | Dominica | UK |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX 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 $10 at EagleFX). EagleFX charges withdrawal fees while Interactive Investor does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | EagleFX | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
EagleFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Interactive Investor supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Interactive Investor edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | EagleFX | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 EagleFX and Interactive Investor compare. Interactive Investor has a video library; EagleFX does not. Interactive Investor integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); EagleFX does not. Interactive Investor scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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. EagleFX 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 | EagleFX | 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 EagleFX 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 | EagleFX | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |