Admirals vs IG
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Admirals and IG compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| Admirals | IG | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | CySEC | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | – | No minimum balance to open an account |
| Spreads from | – | 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) |
| Commission | From USD 1.80 per lot per side on Zero.MT5 (forex/metals rate depends on monthly volume) | Commission-free on MT4 forex |
| Max leverage | 1:30 on major FX pairs for retail clients | 30:1 on major forex pairs for retail clients (IG Markets Ltd, UK, 3.33% margin) |
| Platforms | – | IG web platform, IG app, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, ProRealTime |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 70% |
Full reviews: Admirals review · IG review
Frequently asked questions
Are Admirals and IG regulated?
Admirals: CySEC. IG: FCA.
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