IC Markets vs Swissquote 2026
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how IC Markets and Swissquote compare on regulation, costs and platforms.
IC Markets is a CFD broker offering MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and TradingView with Standard and Raw Spread accounts; its global site is operated by Raw Trading Ltd, licensed by the FSA Seychelles.
73.46% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Swissquote is a Swiss banking group whose forex and CFD service runs on CFXD, TradingView, MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, with its UK entity Swissquote Ltd authorised by the FCA.
Side by side
| IC Markets | Swissquote | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FSA Seychelles | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | USD 200 (or currency equivalent) | USD 1,000 (Standard tier) |
| Spreads from | from 0.0 pips (Raw Spread) | EUR/USD 1.7 pips (Standard), 1.4 (Premium), 1.1 (Prime, USD 50,000 minimum) |
| Max leverage | – | 1:100 standard leverage (international site) |
| Platforms | CFXD | |
| Retail accounts losing money | 73.46% | – |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: IC Markets review · Swissquote review.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at IC Markets and Swissquote?
IC Markets: USD 200 (or currency equivalent). Swissquote: USD 1,000 (Standard tier).
Are IC Markets and Swissquote regulated?
IC Markets: FSA Seychelles. Swissquote: FCA.
Which has tighter spreads, IC Markets or Swissquote?
Published spreads start from from 0.0 pips (Raw Spread) at IC Markets and EUR/USD 1.7 pips (Standard), 1.4 (Premium), 1.1 (Prime, USD 50,000 minimum) at Swissquote.
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