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CMC Markets vs IG
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | CMC Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 9.3/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.2 (3,386 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.7 (9,975 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.0 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:30 | Up to 1:30 (retail, UK/EU) |
| Regulators | FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS | ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA |
| Platforms | Next Generation, MetaTrader 4, CMC Mobile | IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4, L2 Dealer, TradingView, IG App |
| Instruments | CFDs, Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Bonds, Options, ETFs, Crypto |
| Account types | CFD, Professional, Corporate | CFD, Spread Betting, Share Dealing, Professional |
| Founded | 1989 | 1974 |
| Spread type | Variable spreads from 0.3 pips on major FX pairs. | Variable with a built-in markup on most CFD markets |
| Commission | Commission-free on FX, indices and commodities; share CFDs carry a per-trade commission. | Commission on share CFDs and share dealing; FX and indices priced through the spread |
| Overnight / swap | Holding costs applied nightly on leveraged positions. | Overnight funding charged on leveraged positions held past rollover |
| Withdrawals | No withdrawal fee; inactivity fee charged after 12 months of no trading activity. | No standard withdrawal fee; an inactivity fee applies after two years of no activity |
Key differences
- CMC Markets has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.3/10 vs 9.0/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS.
- Only CMC Markets lists Next Generation, CMC Mobile among its platforms.
- Only IG lists IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer, TradingView, IG App among its platforms.
- Only CMC Markets lists CFDs among its instruments.
- Only IG lists Stocks, Bonds, Options, ETFs among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose IG if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (6 vs 3).
- Choose CMC Markets if access to CFDs is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose IG if access to Stocks is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, CMC Markets or IG?+
Both list the same minimum deposit of $0. Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are CMC Markets and IG regulated by the same authorities?+
They share FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS. CMC Markets lists FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS; IG lists ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
CMC Markets scores 9.3/10 against 9.0/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do CMC Markets and IG support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4. IG lists more platforms overall.
