Invast Global
OctaFX
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Overview
Invast Global was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Australia, while OctaFX was established in 2014 and is based in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Invast Global holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while OctaFX is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Invast Global serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OctaFX has 30,000+. The minimum deposit is $25000 at Invast Global and $5 at OctaFX.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $5 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1960 | 2014 |
| Country | Australia | St. Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 30,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Invast Global and OctaFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Invast Global has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25000 (vs $5 at OctaFX). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, OctaFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $5 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Invast Global offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while OctaFX supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. OctaFX supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. Invast Global edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, | MT4, MT5, 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 Invast Global and OctaFX compare. Invast Global has a video library; OctaFX does not. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); OctaFX does not. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Invast Global accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while OctaFX supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). OctaFX uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. OctaFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| 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 Invast Global and OctaFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Invast Global supports 2 languages and OctaFX supports 1, giving Invast Global broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Invast Global | OctaFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |