Head-to-head comparison

AMarkets vs IG

A side-by-side look at AMarkets and IG — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.

IG

Global #1 by trust score
4.5

Ranked #1 overall by ForexBrokers.com for 8 years running; Tier-1 regulated in 8 jurisdictions. No partner relationship yet — affiliate terms need checking before promoting.

Quick verdict

IG scores higher overall (4.5 vs 1.0), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

AMarkets is the stronger fit for copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research, while IG is built more around long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust.

Regulation: AMarkets — Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. IG — FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.

Minimum deposit: AMarkets — Check account type before funding. IG — No minimum (varies by country).

Side by side

AMarketsIG
Best forCopy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison researchLong track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust
PlatformsMT4, MT5, copy trading, web/mobile toolsIG platform, MT4, ProRealTime
RegulationMultiple entities; verify your registration entityFCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators
Minimum depositCheck account type before fundingNo minimum (varies by country)

AMarkets strengths

  • Copy trading materials
  • MetaTrader support
  • Affiliate-ready broker

IG strengths

  • Highest trust score in the industry
  • 8 Tier-1 regulators
  • Founded 1974

Which one should you pick?

Pick AMarkets if you're mainly after copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research. It stands out for copy trading materials and metaTrader support.

Pick IG if you're mainly after long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust. It stands out for highest trust score in the industry and 8 Tier-1 regulators.

Common questions

AMarkets vs IG FAQ

Is AMarkets better than IG?

IG scores higher in our rating (4.5 vs 1.0), but AMarkets may still be the better fit if you specifically need copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research.

What's the difference in regulation between AMarkets and IG?

AMarkets: Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. IG: FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.

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