fxdd
Interactive Investor
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Overview
fxdd was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Belize, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. fxdd holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, while Interactive Investor is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. fxdd serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxdd and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | fxdd | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2010 | 1995 |
| Country | Belize | UK |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxdd 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 $250 at fxdd). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fxdd does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fxdd | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fxdd 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 | fxdd | 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fxdd and Interactive Investor compare. fxdd runs regular live webinars; Interactive Investor does not. Both provide video tutorials. fxdd publishes daily market commentary; Interactive Investor does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fxdd maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fxdd scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fxdd | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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. fxdd accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Interactive Investor supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxdd | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fxdd and Interactive Investor offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fxdd supports 8 languages and Interactive Investor supports 2, giving fxdd broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fxdd | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |