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IG vs Vantage Markets
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 | Vantage Markets |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 9.0/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 3.7 (9,975 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.4 (14,731 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $0 | $50 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:30 (retail, UK/EU) | Up to 1:500 (entity dependent) |
| Regulators | ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA | ASIC, FCA, FSCA, VFSC |
| Platforms | IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4, L2 Dealer, TradingView, IG App | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, ProTrader, Vantage App |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Bonds, Options, ETFs, Crypto | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Crypto |
| Account types | CFD, Spread Betting, Share Dealing, Professional | Standard STP, Raw ECN, Pro ECN |
| Founded | 1974 | 2009 |
| Spread type | Variable with a built-in markup on most CFD markets | Variable; raw interbank pricing on ECN accounts |
| Commission | Commission on share CFDs and share dealing; FX and indices priced through the spread | About $3 per lot per side on Raw ECN; none on Standard STP |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight funding charged on leveraged positions held past rollover | Overnight financing applies to positions held past rollover; swap-free options available |
| Withdrawals | No standard withdrawal fee; an inactivity fee applies after two years of no activity | No broker fee on standard withdrawals; bank and card processors may charge |
Key differences
- IG has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $50).
- IG has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.0/10 vs 8.9/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with ASIC, FCA, FSCA.
- Only IG lists IG Web Platform, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer, IG App among its platforms.
- Only Vantage Markets lists MetaTrader 5, ProTrader, Vantage App among its platforms.
- Only IG lists Options among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose IG if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose IG if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (6 vs 5).
- Choose IG if access to Options 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 Vantage Markets?+
IG has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $50). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are IG and Vantage Markets regulated by the same authorities?+
They share ASIC, FCA, FSCA. IG lists ASIC, FCA, NFA, BaFin, MAS, DFSA, FSCA, FINMA; Vantage Markets lists ASIC, FCA, FSCA, VFSC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
IG scores 9.0/10 against 8.9/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do IG and Vantage Markets support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, TradingView. IG lists more platforms overall.
