FlowBank vs Interactive Brokers

FlowBank vs Interactive Brokers Comparison Table 2024
FlowBank	Interactive Brokers
Review 4	Review 4.3

FlowBank is a regulated bank and trading broker with a wide range of instruments including forex, funds, cryptos and thousands of stocks, that offers direct and high-leverage CFD trading on the MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms. Traders benefit from ultra-tight spreads, low or no commissions and a free stock joining bonus.	Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is a premier brokerage for experienced traders, providing access to 150 markets in 33 countries, along with a suite of comprehensive investment services. With over 40 years of experience, this Nasdaq-listed firm adheres to stringent regulations by the SEC, FCA, CIRO, and SFC, amongst others, and is one of the most trusted brokers for trading around the globe.
Customer Reviews
	4 Based on 2 Interactive Brokers customer reviews
Bonus Offer
Free Welcome Stock Up To 500 CHF
Comment by Reviewer
"FlowBank is an excellent fit for active Swiss traders looking to build a diverse portfolio with a wide range of instruments and ultra-low fees, including zero commissions on Swiss stocks. The 20+ accepted currencies, $0 minimum deposit, and 4 platforms also make the broker accessible to global traders."	"Interactive Brokers is one of the best brokers for advanced day traders, providing powerful charting platforms, real-time data, and customizable layouts, notably through the new IBKR Desktop application. Its superb pricing and advanced order options also make it highly attractive for day traders, while its diverse range of equities is still among the best in the industry."
Pros
Registered bank with regulatory oversight from FINMA Demo account with a quick sign-up process MT4 integration for desktop, web and mobile No minimum deposit for traders on a budget Full range of investments with 4500+ assets including crypto derivatives Wide range of account base currencies catering to global traders	IBKR is one of the most respected and trusted brokerages and is regulated by top-tier authorities, so you can have confidence in the integrity and security of your trading account. The TWS platform has clearly been built for intermediate and advanced traders and comes with over 100 order types and a reliable real-time market data feed that rarely goes offline. The new IBKR Desktop platform takes the best of TWS while adding bespoke tools like Option Lattice and Screeners with MultiSort to create a genuinely impressive trading experience for day traders at every level. There's a vast library of free or paid third-party research subscriptions catering to all types of traders, plus you can enjoy commission reimbursements from IBKR if you subscribe to Toggle AI. IBKR continues to deliver unmatched access to global stocks with tens of thousands of equities available from 100+ market centres in 24 countries. While primarily geared towards experienced traders, IBKR has made moves to broaden its appeal in recent years, reducing its minimum deposit from $10,000 to $0. With low commissions, tight spreads and a transparent fee structure, IBKR delivers a cost-effective environment for short-term traders.
Cons
Limited deposit options apart from wire transfer and bank cards No copy trading service for aspiring traders	TWS’s learning curve is steep, and beginners may find it challenging to navigate the platform and understand all the features. Plus500's web platform is much better suited to new traders. IBKR provides a wide range of research tools, but their distribution across trading platforms and the web-based 'Account Management' page lacks consistency, leading to a confusing user experience. Support can be slow and frustrating based on tests, so you might find it challenging to reach customer service representatives promptly or encounter delays in resolving issues. You can only have one active session per account, so you can’t have your desktop program and mobile app running simultaneously, making for a sometimes frustrating trading experience.
Instruments
CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Commodities, Cryptos	Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, Funds, Bonds, ETFs, Mutual Funds, CFDs, Cryptocurrencies
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$0	$0
Trading Platforms
MT4 MT5	Trader Workstation (TWS) IBKR Desktop GlobalTrader Mobile Client Portal AlgoTrader OmniTrader eSignal TradingCentral
Payment Methods
Credit Card Wire Transfer	ACH Transfer Automated Customer Account Transfer Service Cheque Debit Card TransferWise Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
0.01 Lots	$100
Regulator
FINMA	FCA, SEC, FINRA, CFTC, CBI, CIRO, SFC, MAS, MNB
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
Margin Rate
	1.55 - 2.59%
STP Account
Yes	Yes
ECN Account
Yes	No
DMA Account
Yes	Yes
MAM Account
No	Yes
PAMM Account
No	No
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
No	Yes
Robo Advisor
No	Yes
Negative Balance Protection
No	Yes
Market Maker
Yes	No
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
Yes	Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS & Android	iOS & Android
App Review
The FlowBank trading app offers advanced technical and fundamental analysis features, over 50 forex pairs, plus instant and pending orders. Traders can download the app to Apple and Android devices.	The IBKR Mobile app, available on both iOS and Android devices, makes your phone a powerful gateway to your IBKR accounts, offering you the freedom to keep an eye on portfolios, initiate trades, and dive into real-time quotes and charts, all while managing your account activities on the fly. This app stands out for its intuitive design, making it especially welcoming for those just starting their trading journey, providing a smoother and more accessible experience than the more complex TWS platform.
Android App Rating
	4.5
iOS App Rating
	4.3
Auto Trading
Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader	Capitalise.ai & TWS API
Copy Trading
No	No
Social Trading
No	No
Trade Signals
MetaTrader
VPS Hosting
No	No
Tournaments
Yes	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
No	Yes
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	No
Inactivity Fee
$0	$0
Islamic Account
No	No
Account Currencies
USD EUR GBP CAD AUD NZD JPY ZAR TRY SEK NOK DKK CHF HKD SGD PLN CZK AED HUF THB	USD EUR GBP CAD AUD INR JPY SEK NOK DKK CHF AED HUF
Stock Exchanges
CAC 40 Index France DAX GER 40 Index Deutsche Boerse Dow Jones Euronext FTSE UK Index IBEX 35 London Stock Exchange Nasdaq New York Stock Exchange S&P 500 SIX Swiss Exchange	Borsa Italiana CAC 40 Index France Chicago Mercantile Exchange Euronext IBEX 35 Japan Exchange Group Korean Stock Exchange London Metal Exchange London Stock Exchange Nasdaq Nasdaq Nordic & Baltics New York Stock Exchange Russell 2000 Shenzhen Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange
Commodities
Cocoa Coffee Gold Natural Gas Oil Silver Soybeans Sugar	Aluminium Gold Lead Natural Gas Precious Metals Soybeans Zinc
CFD Trading
Trade 4500+ CFDs with tight spreads and no commission except stocks. Choose between 4 different trading platforms and apps, including MT4, MT5 and proprietary options. The broker also sometimes offer joining promotions.	Over 8,000 CFDs are offered on a vast array of instruments, encompassing stocks, indices, forex, and commodities. Moreover, the TWS platform lends itself to seasoned day traders, offering a comprehensive selection of over 100 order types and algorithms, alongside premium market data sourced from reputable sources such as Reuters and Dow Jones.
Leverage
1:200	1:50
FTSE Spread
1.0	0.005% (£1 Min)
GBPUSD Spread
0.7	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
Oil Spread
0.03	0.25-0.85
Stocks Spread
0.02¢ commission	0.003
Forex Trading
Trade 50+ major, minor and exotic pairs with spreads form 0.5 pips, no commissions and leverage up to 1:200. Importantly, the heavily regulated broker also provides a relatively secure forex trading environment.	IBKR presents an extensive range of over 100 major, minor, and exotic forex pairs, surpassing the offerings of nearly all leading alternatives, though not CMC Markets. Forex trading occurs over multiple platforms and boasts institutional-grade spreads starting from 0.1 pips and 20 complex order types, including brackets, scale, and one-cancels-all (OCA) orders.
Forex App
The FlowBank trading app offers advanced technical and fundamental analysis features, over 50 forex pairs, plus instant and pending orders. Traders can download the app to Apple and Android devices.
GBPUSD Spread
From 0.0	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
EURUSD Spread
From 0.0	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
EURGBP Spread
From 0.0	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
Assets
50+	100+
Cryptocurrency
Speculate on crypto markets via 10 crypto/USD pairs as well as ETPs, ETNs, ETF, tracker certificates and closed-end funds. This range of derivatives offer diversified exposure to digital markets that aren't found at many alternatives.	IBKR lets you purchase and hold Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and Litecoin at competitive commission rates and without needing a crypto wallet. Additionally, there is a range of other diverse assets to explore, such as crypto indices like the NYSE Bitcoin Index, as well as futures contracts like the BAKKT Bitcoin Futures.
Spread
From 0.3	0.12%-0.18%
Coins
BTC ETH BCH LTC EOS XLM NEO DOGE UNI LINK	BTC LTC ETH XRP
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No

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