AvaTrade vs Interactive Brokers
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how AvaTrade and Interactive Brokers compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| AvaTrade | Interactive Brokers | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FSCA | FCA, CBI, ASIC |
| Minimum deposit | – | No account minimum |
| Spreads from | EUR/USD from 0.9 pips | – |
| Commission | – | 0.08 to 0.20 bps x trade size, tiered by monthly volume; minimum USD 2.00 per order at Tier I |
| Platforms | – | Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, Client Portal |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 59.7% |
Full reviews: AvaTrade review · Interactive Brokers review
Frequently asked questions
Are AvaTrade and Interactive Brokers regulated?
AvaTrade: FSCA. Interactive Brokers: FCA, CBI, ASIC.
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