fbs inc
Investors Intelligence
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Overview
fbs inc was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Australia, while Investors Intelligence was established in 1947 and is based in London. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. fbs inc serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Investors Intelligence has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fbs inc and $1 at Investors Intelligence.
| Feature | fbs inc | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F225 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2018 | 1947 |
| Country | Australia | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fbs inc 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 $250 at fbs inc). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Investors Intelligence applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fbs inc does not. Overall, Investors Intelligence scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fbs inc | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
fbs inc offers MT5, cTrader, while Investors Intelligence supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fbs inc supports social and copy trading features, which Investors Intelligence does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | fbs inc | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how fbs inc 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 | fbs inc | 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. fbs inc accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Investors Intelligence supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fbs inc uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fbs inc | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both fbs inc and Investors Intelligence offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fbs inc supports 8 languages and Investors Intelligence supports 2, giving fbs inc broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fbs inc | Investors Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |