IC Markets edges it on the overall score.
Criterion by criterion
| Criterion | IC Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Regulation | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| Fees | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Platform | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Support | 7.5 | 5.5 |
| Trader reviews | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| Trust score | 7.5 | 7.4 |
The facts, side by side
| IC Markets | IG | |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 | 1974 |
| Headquarters | AU | GB |
| Minimum deposit | 200 | 250 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:500 | 200:1 |
IC Markets: strongest points
- Strong regulatory compliance with top-tier authorities like ASIC and CySEC
- Wide range of over 2,200 tradable instruments across multiple asset classes
- Competitive spreads starting from 0.0 pips and low commissions
IG: strongest points
- Exceptional regulatory framework across 11+ jurisdictions
- 17,000+ tradable markets
- FTSE 250 company with a 50-year track record
Full detail, licence tables and the evidence behind every number: read the IC Markets review and the IG review. Scores are recomputed daily and this page updates with them.
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