Equiti vs Interactive Brokers
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Equiti and Interactive Brokers compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| Equiti | Interactive Brokers | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | CMA (UAE) | FCA, CBI, ASIC |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum on the Classic account (UAE); Standard from $100 (UAE) | No account minimum |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Premier account) | – |
| Commission | $0 commission on the Classic account (UAE) | 0.08 to 0.20 bps x trade size, tiered by monthly volume; minimum USD 2.00 per order at Tier I |
| Max leverage | 1:500 (Equiti Securities Currencies Brokers LLC, UAE) | – |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 | Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, Client Portal |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 59.7% |
Full reviews: Equiti review · Interactive Brokers review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at Equiti and Interactive Brokers?
Equiti: No minimum on the Classic account (UAE); Standard from $100 (UAE). Interactive Brokers: No account minimum.
Are Equiti and Interactive Brokers regulated?
Equiti: CMA (UAE). Interactive Brokers: FCA, CBI, ASIC.
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