IG vs RoboForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
IG has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 60/100).
IG Markets Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FCA (FRN 195355) and offers CFDs and spread bets on its own platform plus MT4, MT5, TradingView and ProRealTime.
70% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
RoboForex Ltd is registered with the Financial Services Commission of Belize (licence 9759600, an offshore regulator) and offers Pro, ProCent, ECN and Prime accounts on MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and R StocksTrader.
75.85% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | IG | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 85/100▲ | 60/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Belize (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 22/25▲All-in cost from 0.60 pips, no commission | 15/25Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 18/20Minimum deposit No minimum balance required to create a CFD trading account, 4 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods | 18/20Minimum deposit $10 (ECN account), 4 deposit methods, 4 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 17/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView; leverage up to 30:1 on major forex pairs for retail clients (IG Markets Ltd, UK, 3.33% margin) | 16/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FSC Belize |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum balance required to create a CFD trading account | $10 (ECN account) |
| Spreads from | 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) | 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) |
| Commission | Commission-free on MT4 forex | ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0% |
| Max leverage | 30:1 on major forex pairs for retail clients (IG Markets Ltd, UK, 3.33% margin) | Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Card/ApplePay, Bank transfer | Bank payments, Electronic payments, Bank cards, QR & Vouchers |
| Retail accounts losing money | 70% | 75.85% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: IG review · RoboForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is IG or RoboForex better?
IG has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 60/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are IG and RoboForex regulated?
IG: FCA. RoboForex: FSC Belize. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, IG or RoboForex?
IG holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); RoboForex holds none. Tier-1 regulators have the strictest rules on client money. Your protection depends on which company opens your account.
What is the minimum deposit at IG and RoboForex?
IG: No minimum balance required to create a CFD trading account. RoboForex: $10 (ECN account).
Which has tighter spreads, IG or RoboForex?
Published spreads start from 0.6 pips EUR/USD (MT4, UK) at IG and 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) at RoboForex; commission: IG Commission-free on MT4 forex, RoboForex ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0%.
Do IG and RoboForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. IG: IG App, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer. RoboForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, R StocksTrader, MobileTrader, WebTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at IG and RoboForex?
IG: 30:1 on major forex pairs for retail clients (IG Markets Ltd, UK, 3.33% margin). RoboForex: Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
How many retail accounts lose money at IG and RoboForex?
IG states 70% and RoboForex states 75.85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with them.
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Forex trading at these brokers is done through CFDs (contracts for difference): you trade on the price moving up or down, without owning the currency itself.Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning