IG
Invast Global
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Overview
IG was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in UK, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. IG holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. IG serves 178,500+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IG and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | IG | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1974 | 1960 |
| Country | UK | Australia |
| Clients | 178,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IG and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IG has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, IG scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IG | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
IG offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IG supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IG | 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, Mac, Web Trader, L2 Dealer, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IG and Invast Global compare. IG runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. IG publishes daily market commentary; Invast Global 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 | 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. IG accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Invast Global 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 | 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 IG and Invast Global offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IG supports 5 languages and Invast Global supports 2, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IG | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese | English, and Chinese |