Interactive Investor
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Interactive Investor was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in UK, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Interactive Investor holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Interactive Investor serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Interactive Investor and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1995 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Interactive Investor and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Interactive Investor has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $10 at Uniglobe Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uniglobe Markets does not. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; Interactive Investor does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Interactive Investor offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Interactive Investor supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Interactive Investor and Uniglobe Markets compare. Interactive Investor has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Interactive Investor integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. Interactive Investor scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Interactive Investor and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Interactive Investor | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |