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IG vs Interactive Brokers
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 | IG | Interactive Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 9.0/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 3.7 (9,975 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.1 (5,486 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.1 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:30 (retail, UK/EU) | 1:30 |
| Regulators | ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA | FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, CBI, NFA |
| Platforms | IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4, L2 Dealer, TradingView, IG App | Trader Workstation, IBKR Mobile, IBKR Desktop |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Bonds, Options, ETFs, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | CFD, Spread Betting, Share Dealing, Professional | IBKR Lite, IBKR Pro |
| Founded | 1974 | 1978 |
| Spread type | Variable with a built-in markup on most CFD markets | Variable |
| Commission | Commission on share CFDs and share dealing; FX and indices priced through the spread | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight funding charged on leveraged positions held past rollover | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | No standard withdrawal fee; an inactivity fee applies after two years of no activity | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- IG has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.0/10 vs 8.8/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with ASIC, FCA, NFA, MAS.
- Only IG lists IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4, L2 Dealer, TradingView, IG App among its platforms.
- Only Interactive Brokers lists Trader Workstation, IBKR Mobile, IBKR Desktop among its platforms.
- Only IG lists 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 IG if access to Bonds 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, IG or Interactive Brokers?+
Both list the same minimum deposit of $0. Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are IG and Interactive Brokers regulated by the same authorities?+
They share ASIC, FCA, NFA, MAS. IG lists ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA; Interactive Brokers lists FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, CBI, NFA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
IG scores 9.0/10 against 8.8/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do IG and Interactive Brokers support the same platforms?+
No platform is listed by both brokers in our catalogue.
