Interactive Brokers
OVERALL RATING
UNUM
- Regulation10
- Trading conditions6.5
- Platform and services6.6
- Safety and protection10
- Customer support7
Features
Demo account
Free
Balance protection
Negative balance
Mobile app
iOS and Android
AI trading
Autochartist and robots
Description
Who it suits
IBKR is the ideal choice for serious investors and professional traders who need a single account for global access to real stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and forex at institutional commission rates. It is not suitable for beginners (complex TWS interface), MetaTrader users, or those seeking high-leverage CFD trading.
Briefly about the broker
Stock broker · USA
Trading conditions
Interactive Brokers offers two main account structures. IBKR Pro is the professional tier with commissions from $0.005 per share (US) with a $1 minimum, Smart Order Routing, direct market access (DMA), and access to numerous exchanges. IBKR Lite is a simplified option with $0 commissions on US stocks/ETFs through a limited routing set. For forex, competitive spreads from 0.1 pips are available with a $2–2.50 round-turn commission per lot. There is no minimum deposit ($0). Leverage is restricted: 1:2 for stocks (Reg-T margin), up to 1:50 for forex. Additional accounts include IBKR GlobalTrader (simplified investing), IBKR Campus (student), and Paper Trading (demo with live data). Inactivity fee: $20/month if commissions fall below $2,000, waived when volume criteria are met.
Platforms and tools
Main focus — IBKR GlobalTrader, IBKR WebTrader, IBKR Mobile, IBKR Desktop, IBKR TWS.
Account conditions and trading types Interactive Brokers
IBKR Pro
- Min. deposit
- $0
- Spread from
- from 0.1 pips
- Commission per lot
- from $0.005/share
- Leverage
- 1:2 (stocks)
IBKR Lite
- Min. deposit
- $0
- Spread from
- —
- Commission per lot
- $0 (US stocks)
- Leverage
- 1:2 (stocks)
Account conditions and trading types Interactive Brokers
| Account type | Min. deposit | Spread from | Commission per lot | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBKR Pro | $0 | from 0.1 pips | from $0.005/share | 1:2 (stocks) |
| IBKR Lite | $0 | — | $0 (US stocks) | 1:2 (stocks) |
All materials on the website are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Data on spreads, commissions, and terms (including rebates and promotions) may vary depending on the region, account type, and registration; therefore, the administration does not guarantee their accuracy and is not liable for users' decisions.