Interactive Brokers
TD Direct Investing
VS
Higher Rated
Interactive Brokers
Capital at risk · T&Cs apply
Compare Interactive Brokers and TD Direct Investing side by side on fees, regulation, platforms and our expert ratings. Find out which broker suits your needs.
Interactive Brokers
TD Direct Investing
| Interactive Brokers | TD Direct Investing | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.4/5 ✓ | 2.7/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.2 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:4 | 1:5 ✓ |
| Regulation | SEC, CFTC, FCA ✓ | IIROC, CIPF |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, WebBroker |
Interactive Brokers is the better choice overall, scoring 4.4/5 vs 2.7/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, TD Direct Investing offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowInteractive Brokers
WinnerTD Direct Investing
Interactive Brokers
TD Direct Investing
Interactive Brokers scores 4.43/5 while TD Direct Investing scores 2.67/5 in our independent rating.
Interactive Brokers edges ahead overall, but TD Direct Investing may suit traders who prioritise different features. Read our full reviews for a detailed breakdown. Scores are based on our transparent methodology.
Interactive Brokers
4.4/5
Choose Interactive Brokers if you want…
TD Direct Investing
2.7/5
Choose TD Direct Investing if you want…
Interactive Brokers scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Interactive Brokers holds a 4.4/5 rating vs TD Direct Investing's 2.7/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Interactive Brokers offers spreads from 0.2 pips, while TD Direct Investing starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Interactive Brokers requires a minimum deposit of $0. TD Direct Investing requires $0.
Interactive Brokers is regulated by SEC, CFTC, FCA, MAS, ASIC, while TD Direct Investing holds licences from IIROC, CIPF.
Interactive Brokers supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. TD Direct Investing supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, WebBroker, TD Advanced Dashboard.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
Only 26% of Brokers Are Truly Fee-Free
BrokerRank Research — Hidden costs across 345 brokers
58% of Brokers Hold a Single Licence
BrokerRank Research — Regulation quality analysis
71% of Retail Traders Lose Money
BrokerRank Research — Loss rates across 50 EU brokers
76% of Brokers Use Proprietary Platforms
BrokerRank Research — MT4 vs MT5 vs proprietary
Trading involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Capital at risk. Full risk disclosure.