Exness vs IG
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Exness and IG compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| Exness | IG | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, FSA Seychelles | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | $10 (Standard; may vary by country and payment method) | No minimum balance to open an account |
| Spreads from | from 0.2 pips (Standard, no commission) | 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) |
| Commission | Raw Spread: up to $3.50 each side per lot | Commission-free on MT4 forex |
| Max leverage | 1:Unlimited (global non-EU entities; conditions apply) | 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: Exness review · IG review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at Exness and IG?
Exness: $10 (Standard; may vary by country and payment method). IG: No minimum balance to open an account.
Are Exness and IG regulated?
Exness: FCA, CySEC, FSA Seychelles. IG: FCA.
Which has tighter spreads, Exness or IG?
Published spreads start from from 0.2 pips (Standard, no commission) at Exness and 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) at IG; commission: Exness Raw Spread: up to $3.50 each side per lot, IG Commission-free on MT4 forex.
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