FX Primus
Interactive Investor
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Interactive Investor is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 1995 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and Interactive Investor, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Interactive Investor has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at FX Primus). FX Primus charges withdrawal fees while Interactive Investor does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FX Primus does not. FX Primus charges deposit fees; Interactive Investor does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Interactive Investor supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, ProTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FX Primus and Interactive Investor compare. FX Primus runs regular live webinars; Interactive Investor does not. Both provide video tutorials. FX Primus publishes daily market commentary; Interactive Investor does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. FX Primus maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FX Primus scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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. FX Primus accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while Interactive Investor supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FX Primus uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. FX Primus scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 FX Primus and Interactive Investor offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FX Primus supports 8 languages and Interactive Investor supports 2, giving FX Primus broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FX Primus | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian | English, and Chinese |