IC Markets vs InstaForex
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how IC Markets and InstaForex compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| IC Markets | InstaForex | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FSA Seychelles | CySEC, BVI FSC |
| Minimum deposit | USD 200 (or currency equivalent) | $1 (Insta.Standard, global entity); 1 EUR/USD/GBP (EU entity) |
| Spreads from | from 0.0 pips (Raw Spread) | – |
| Commission | – | None on Standard; Zero and Raw accounts from $0.5 per trade (global entity) |
| Max leverage | – | 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd); up to 1:1000 on the global site |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile |
| Retail accounts losing money | 73.46% | 81.92% |
Full reviews: IC Markets review · InstaForex review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at IC Markets and InstaForex?
IC Markets: USD 200 (or currency equivalent). InstaForex: $1 (Insta.Standard, global entity); 1 EUR/USD/GBP (EU entity).
Are IC Markets and InstaForex regulated?
IC Markets: FSA Seychelles. InstaForex: CySEC, BVI FSC.
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