Investment Option has been flagged by Financial Markets Authority for "Unregistered/Unlicensed entity offering financial products or services|Regist...". This company appears in our regulatory warnings database. Always verify with official regulatory sources before investing or doing business with this firm.
I wanted to transfer my portfolio from another broker to Investment Option. They said they do not accept in-kind transfers for my asset type. I had to sell, withdraw, deposit, and rebuy - incurring taxes and spread costs. They did not tell me this before I signed up.
Pros: Demo account available|Easy withdrawals
Cons: Limited cryptocurrency options
After doing some research AFTER the fact (I know, I should have done this first), I discovered that Investment Option is not authorized by any legitimate financial regulator. They are operating illegally. The website looks very professional but it's all a facade. Please check the regulatory warnings database before investing with ANY company.
Pros: Professional looking website
Cons: Blocked my account|No legitimate license|Fake returns
The so-called education at Investment Option is just marketing. Every webinar ends with a push to deposit more. The market analysis is generic and often wrong. If you want real education go elsewhere. I wasted since mid-2025 thinking they would help me learn.
Pros: Dedicated account manager|Multi-device support
Cons: Some tools only available on higher tiers
Do not be fooled by the professional-looking website. Behind the scenes, Investment Option is disorganized and incompetent. I found them after hearing about them at a conference and I can only assume the positive reviews are either outdated or paid for because my experience was terrible.
Pros: Customizable dashboard|Two-factor authentication
Cons: No integrated tax optimization
I was about to invest with Investment Option but decided to check their regulatory status first. They claim to be regulated but I could not find them on any official register. Financial Markets Authority has actually issued a warning about this firm. Thank goodness I checked before sending any money.
Cons: Unauthorized firm|Found in IOSCO warnings database
I gave Investment Option a fair chance. After since the beginning of the year of usage, I can say with confidence that there are far better options available. The interface is clunky, the fees are higher than competitors, and the customer support team seems overwhelmed or understaffed.
Pros: Responsive team|Risk management tools
Cons: Email notifications too frequent|Desktop app not available on Linux
I referred a friend to Investment Option after a family member had a good experience. We both deposited. The referral bonus never arrived. Support said we did not meet the terms. When we asked which terms they pointed to a clause that was added after we signed up. Shady.
Pros: Easy to use platform|Multiple order types|Clear documentation|Helpful community forum
Cons: No fractional shares|Inactivity fee applies after 12 months
The platform itself is okay, but the customer service at Investment Option is truly awful. I waited weeks for a response to a simple inquiry. When they did respond, it felt like a generic template that did not address my specific issue at all.
Pros: Full transparency|Helpful community forum|Clean UI
Cons: Onboarding videos are outdated
This company appears on the IOSCO I-SCAN international warnings list. Over 68 financial regulators worldwide contribute to this database. While being listed doesn't automatically mean fraud, it's a significant red flag that potential investors should take seriously. Do your research thoroughly.
Cons: Flagged by international regulators|Due diligence required
My card was charged twice by Investment Option on the same day. I had to dispute it with my bank. Investment Option then froze my account and said I had a negative balance because of the chargeback. They created the problem and then punished me for it.
Pros: Great customer service|High security standards
Cons: Nothing significant|Website design could be more modern