BlackBull Markets vs IG
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how BlackBull Markets and IG compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| BlackBull Markets | IG | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FSA (Seychelles), FMA (NZ) / FSPR | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (funding method minimums may apply) | No minimum balance to open an account |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (ECN Prime); 0.8 pips (ECN Standard) | 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) |
| Commission | ECN Prime: US$3 per lot per side; ECN Standard: $0 | Commission-free on MT4 forex |
| Max leverage | 1:500 on forex and metals (BBG Limited) | 30:1 on major forex pairs for retail clients (IG Markets Ltd, UK, 3.33% margin) |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, BlackBull CopyTrader | IG web platform, IG app, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, ProRealTime |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 70% |
Full reviews: BlackBull Markets review · IG review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at BlackBull Markets and IG?
BlackBull Markets: No minimum deposit (funding method minimums may apply). IG: No minimum balance to open an account.
Are BlackBull Markets and IG regulated?
BlackBull Markets: FSA (Seychelles), FMA (NZ) / FSPR. IG: FCA.
Which has tighter spreads, BlackBull Markets or IG?
Published spreads start from 0.0 pips (ECN Prime); 0.8 pips (ECN Standard) at BlackBull Markets and 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) at IG; commission: BlackBull Markets ECN Prime: US$3 per lot per side; ECN Standard: $0, IG Commission-free on MT4 forex.
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