IG
Interactive Investor
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Overview
IG was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in UK, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. IG serves 178,500+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IG and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | IG | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1974 | 1995 |
| Country | UK | UK |
| Clients | 178,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IG 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 $200 at IG). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; IG does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IG | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
IG 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 | IG | 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, Web Trader, L2 Dealer, 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 IG and Interactive Investor compare. IG runs regular live webinars; Interactive Investor does not. Both provide video tutorials. IG publishes daily market commentary; Interactive Investor does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IG scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | IG | 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. IG accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Interactive Investor supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. IG scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | IG | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IG and Interactive Investor offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IG supports 5 languages and Interactive Investor supports 2, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IG | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese | English, and Chinese |