Exness
Best affiliate-scale candidate ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★ 3.9
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Exness vs IG
A side-by-side look at Exness 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 3.9), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.
Exness is the stronger fit for high-volume affiliate traffic, simple onboarding, global reach, while IG is built more around long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust.
Regulation: Exness — Multiple entities including Seychelles/FSCA and other jurisdictions. IG — FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.
Minimum deposit: Exness — Low minimums on several account types. IG — No minimum (varies by country).
Side by side
ExnessIG
Best forHigh-volume affiliate traffic, simple onboarding, global reachLong track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust
PlatformsMT4, MT5, Exness web/mobile platformsIG platform, MT4, ProRealTime
RegulationMultiple entities including Seychelles/FSCA and other jurisdictionsFCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators
Minimum depositLow minimums on several account typesNo minimum (varies by country)
Exness strengths
- Large global broker
- Strong affiliate program
- Fast payment positioning
IG strengths
- Highest trust score in the industry
- 8 Tier-1 regulators
- Founded 1974
Which one should you pick?
Pick Exness if you're mainly after high-volume affiliate traffic, simple onboarding, global reach. It stands out for large global broker and strong affiliate program.
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
Exness vs IG FAQ
Is Exness better than IG?
IG scores higher in our rating (4.5 vs 3.9), but Exness may still be the better fit if you specifically need high-volume affiliate traffic, simple onboarding, global reach.
What's the difference in regulation between Exness and IG?
Exness: Multiple entities including Seychelles/FSCA and other jurisdictions. IG: FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.