Etrade
Investors Intelligence
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Overview
Etrade was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in United States, while Investors Intelligence was established in 1947 and is based in London. Etrade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while Investors Intelligence is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Etrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Investors Intelligence has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Etrade and $1 at Investors Intelligence.
| Feature | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2012 | 1947 |
| Country | United States | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Etrade and Investors Intelligence, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Investors Intelligence has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Etrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Investors Intelligence applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Etrade does not. Overall, Investors Intelligence scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Etrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Investors Intelligence supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Etrade supports social and copy trading features, which Investors Intelligence does not offer. Etrade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | cTrader, SocialTrading, webPlatform, DesktopPlatform, Proprietary . | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Etrade and Investors Intelligence compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Investors Intelligence scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Etrade accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Investors Intelligence supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Etrade and Investors Intelligence 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 | Etrade | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |