Admirals vs Interactive Brokers
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Admirals and Interactive Brokers compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| Admirals | Interactive Brokers | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | CySEC | FCA, CBI, ASIC |
| Minimum deposit | – | No account minimum |
| Commission | From USD 1.80 per lot per side on Zero.MT5 (forex/metals rate depends on monthly volume) | 0.08 to 0.20 bps x trade size, tiered by monthly volume; minimum USD 2.00 per order at Tier I |
| Max leverage | 1:30 on major FX pairs for retail clients | – |
| Platforms | – | Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, Client Portal |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 59.7% |
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Frequently asked questions
Are Admirals and Interactive Brokers regulated?
Admirals: CySEC. Interactive Brokers: FCA, CBI, ASIC.
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