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FOREX.com vs Interactive Brokers

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Here is how FOREX.com and Interactive Brokers compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.

FOREX.comInteractive Brokers
RegulatorsFCA, NFA/CFTCFCA, CBI, ASIC
Minimum deposit$100 (US); £100 (UK)No account minimum
Spreads from0.8 pips EUR/USD (Standard account)–
CommissionRAW Spread account: EUR/USD from 0.2 points plus commission0.08 to 0.20 bps x trade size, tiered by monthly volume; minimum USD 2.00 per order at Tier I
Max leverage50:1 (US entity, NFA/CFTC)–
PlatformsFOREX.com web platform, FOREX.com mobile app, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, Client Portal
Retail accounts losing money–59.7%

Full reviews: FOREX.com review · Interactive Brokers review

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum deposit at FOREX.com and Interactive Brokers?

FOREX.com: $100 (US); £100 (UK). Interactive Brokers: No account minimum.

Are FOREX.com and Interactive Brokers regulated?

FOREX.com: FCA, NFA/CFTC. Interactive Brokers: FCA, CBI, ASIC.

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