Forex.com
Invast Global
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Overview
Forex.com was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in United States, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. Forex.com holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Forex.com serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is Typical at Forex.com and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | Forex.com | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $25000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2001 | 1960 |
| Country | United States | Australia |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex.com 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 Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, Invast Global scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Forex.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Forex.com | 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, MT5, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Forex.com and Invast Global compare. Forex.com runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. Forex.com publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Forex.com maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Forex.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex.com | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex.com | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 Forex.com and Invast Global offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex.com supports 3 languages and Invast Global supports 2, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Forex.com | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Arabic | English, and Chinese |