Interactive Investor
the share centre
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Overview
Interactive Investor was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in UK, while the share centre was established in 2019 and is based in Bulgaria. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Interactive Investor serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; the share centre has 60,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Interactive Investor and $250 at the share centre.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F322 |
| Founded | 1995 | 2019 |
| Country | UK | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 60,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Interactive Investor and the share centre, 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 the share centre). the share centre 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. the share centre charges deposit fees; Interactive Investor does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Interactive Investor offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while the share centre 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 | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). the share centre uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. the share centre scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 the share centre offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Interactive Investor supports 2 languages and the share centre supports 8, giving the share centre broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | the share centre |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |