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Interactive Brokers
🇺🇸 USA • Est. 1978
4.7
/ 10
Interactive Brokers Review
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is one of the largest and most trusted online brokerages in the world. Founded in 1978 by Thomas Peterffy, IBKR revolutionized the industry by bringing electronic trading to individual investors. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ and serves over 2.5 million client accounts across 200+ countries.
Ratings Breakdown
Account Conditions4.8/10
Trading Settings4.9/10
Tools & Resources4.9/10
Trust4.8/10
Customer Service4.3/10
User Experience4.2/10
Pros
Access to 150+ markets in 33 countries
Industry-low commissions starting at $0
No account minimums
Powerful TWS platform
Portfolio margin available
SmartRouting for best execution
Cons
Steep learning curve for beginners
TWS interface can be overwhelming
Customer service can be slow
No social/copy trading
Key Details
Regulation
SEC, CFTC, FCA, ASIC, IIROC, MAS, JFSA
Min. Deposit
$0
Platforms
Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, IBKR GlobalTrader
Leverage
Up to 1:50
Assets
Forex, Stocks, Options, Futures, ETFs, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Crypto
Spreads
From 0.1 pips
Funding
Deposit Methods
Bank Wire
ACH Transfer
Withdrawal Methods
Bank Wire
ACH Transfer
Support
Support
24/5 Phone, Chat, Email
