Interactive Investor
phillip capital limited
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
Interactive Investor was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in UK, while phillip capital limited was established in 2016 and is based in Bulgaria. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Interactive Investor serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; phillip capital limited has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Interactive Investor and $250 at phillip capital limited.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F295 |
| Founded | 1995 | 2016 |
| Country | UK | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Interactive Investor and phillip capital limited, 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 phillip capital limited). phillip capital limited charges withdrawal fees while Interactive Investor does not, giving Interactive Investor an edge for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Interactive Investor offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while phillip capital limited supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Interactive Investor supports social and copy trading features, which phillip capital limited does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, ProTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Interactive Investor and phillip capital limited compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Interactive Investor accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while phillip capital limited supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). phillip capital limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. phillip capital limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Interactive Investor and phillip capital limited offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Interactive Investor supports 2 languages and phillip capital limited supports 8, giving phillip capital limited broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | phillip capital limited |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |