First Trade
Invast Global
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Overview
First Trade was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. First Trade holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. First Trade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at First Trade and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | First Trade | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 1960 |
| Country | USA | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between First Trade 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 $5 at First Trade). First Trade charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. First Trade charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, First Trade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | First Trade | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
First Trade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | First Trade | 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,WEB | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how First Trade and Invast Global compare. First Trade runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. First Trade publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. First Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. First Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | First Trade | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. First Trade 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 | First Trade | 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 First Trade 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 | First Trade | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |