Interactive Brokers

4.8(1.823 reviews)

The world's leading broker for professional traders with lowest fees and access to 150+ markets

VerifiedBaFin, SEC, FCASince 1978

Trust Score

Excellent

€0 minimum deposit

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0€

Min. Deposit

150+

Global Markets

0.65€

From per contract

2.5M+

Customers Worldwide

Key Features

Lowest Fees

From €0.65 per contract - unbeatable

150+ Markets

Access to worldwide exchanges and markets

Multiple Regulations

BaFin, SEC, FCA and more supervisory authorities

Smart Routing

Best execution prices across multiple exchanges

TWS Platform

Professional Trader Workstation with all tools

API Trading

Complete API for automated trading

No Minimum Deposit

Start from €0

Huge Selection

Stocks, options, futures, forex, bonds

Advantages

Lowest fees
Huge product range
Professional platform
Global market access
Smart order routing
Multiple regulations

Disadvantages

Complex for beginners
Inactivity fee under $100,000
Steep learning curve

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€0 minimum deposit|Multiple regulations

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About Interactive Brokers

Interactive Brokers (IBKR) was founded in 1978 by Thomas Peterffy and is one of the world's largest online brokers. BaFin, SEC, and FCA regulated, IBKR provides access to over 150 exchanges in 33 countries. The product range includes stocks, options, futures, forex, bonds, ETFs, and CFDs. The Trader Workstation (TWS) is one of the most powerful trading platforms on the market with professional options trading, Risk Navigator, and Portfolio Builder. Fees are among the lowest in the industry (from €0.65 per options contract). IBKR targets experienced and professional traders.

Interactive Brokers FAQ

Is Interactive Brokers BaFin-regulated?

Yes, Interactive Brokers is regulated by BaFin, SEC, and FCA among others. German customers trade via the Irish or Luxembourg subsidiary with EU deposit protection.

What are options fees at IBKR?

Options cost from €0.65 per contract in Europe and from $0.65 in the US. This makes Interactive Brokers one of the cheapest options brokers worldwide.

Is Interactive Brokers suitable for beginners?

The TWS platform is complex and designed more for experienced traders. IBKR Lite (in the US) and the simplified Client Portal web interface are more beginner-friendly.