Eightcap
Invast Global
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Overview
Eightcap was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. Both brokers are regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), among other authorities. Eightcap serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Eightcap and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | Eightcap | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2009 | 1960 |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Eightcap and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Eightcap has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). Eightcap charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. Overall, Eightcap scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Eightcap | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Eightcap offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Eightcap supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Eightcap | 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, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Eightcap and Invast Global compare. Invast Global has a video library; Eightcap does not. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Eightcap does not. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Eightcap | 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. Eightcap 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 | Eightcap | 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 Eightcap 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 | Eightcap | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |