HYCM
Invast Global
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Overview
HYCM was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in UK, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. HYCM holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. HYCM serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at HYCM and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | HYCM | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA reference number 186171, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CySEC license number 259/14, Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), CIMA reference number 1442313, Dubai financial services authority (DFSA), DFSA license number 000048 | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1977 | 1960 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between HYCM and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. HYCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). HYCM charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. HYCM applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. Overall, HYCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | HYCM | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
HYCM offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. HYCM supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | HYCM | 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, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how HYCM and Invast Global compare. HYCM runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. HYCM publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. HYCM maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. HYCM scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | HYCM | 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. HYCM accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). HYCM uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. HYCM scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | HYCM | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HYCM and Invast Global offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. HYCM supports 5 languages and Invast Global supports 2, giving HYCM broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | HYCM | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Chinese (Traditional), Arabic, and Russian | English, and Chinese |