Interactive Brokers Crypto Trading Review 2026
Ranked #2 of 20 crypto brokers. Multi-asset broker. Best for: Active investors who want low-cost spot crypto next to stocks and futures.
- Cryptocurrencies
- 11
- Crypto offer
- Real crypto
- Minimum deposit
- $0
- Retail crypto leverage
- None (real crypto, cash only)
Interactive Brokers at a Glance
| Regulators | SEC/FINRA (US)CFTC/NFA (US)FCA (UK)CBI (IE) |
|---|---|
| Top-tier regulated | Yes |
| Founded | 1978 |
| Headquarters | Greenwich, Connecticut, USA |
| Minimum deposit | $0 |
| Crypto cost | 0.12%–0.18% of trade value, $1.75 minimum per order; no spread markup |
| Platforms | Trader Workstation, IBKR Desktop, Client Portal, IBKR Mobile, IBKR GlobalTrader |
| US clients | Yes |
| UK retail | Spot crypto offered to UK clients through Interactive Brokers (U.K.) Limited since May 2024. |
Strengths and Watch-outs
What stands out
- Commission of 0.12%–0.18% with no added spread or custody fee
- Spot crypto expanded to EEA retail clients in March 2026 via IB Ireland and Zero Hash
- Crypto sits in the same account as stocks, options and futures
Keep in mind
- Small coin list (about 11 coins); Paxos passes through a $0.15 monthly fee on Paxos accounts.
Live Crypto Prices
market data, 7 days
BTC$78,161 +0.1%
ETH$2,296 +0.9%
USDT$1.00 -0.1%
BNB$710 -0.6%
XRP$1.25 0.0%
USDC$1.00 0.0%Market prices from CoinGecko. Prices at Interactive Brokers include its own spread or fee and can differ.
Interactive Brokers Crypto FAQ
Is Interactive Brokers regulated?
Yes. Interactive Brokers is regulated by SEC/FINRA (US), CFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK), CBI (IE). The regulator that covers you depends on the country you sign up from.
Do you own real crypto on Interactive Brokers?
Yes. Interactive Brokers lets you buy real cryptocurrencies rather than only CFDs.
What does crypto trading cost on Interactive Brokers?
0.12%–0.18% of trade value, $1.75 minimum per order; no spread markup. Overnight financing applies to leveraged CFD positions held past the daily cut-off.
What is the minimum deposit at Interactive Brokers?
The minimum deposit is $0. Some account types or payment methods can ask for more.
Can US residents trade crypto with Interactive Brokers?
Yes, Interactive Brokers accepts US clients for crypto, through its US-regulated entity.
Compare Interactive Brokers With
Profile compiled by FxDailyInfo from the broker's own pages. Sources: www.interactivebrokers.com, www.theblock.co, www.interactivebrokers.com. CFDs are complex instruments and many retail accounts lose money; crypto is highly volatile.