Head-to-head comparison

Forex.com vs IC Markets

A side-by-side look at Forex.com and IC Markets — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.

Forex.com

Established US-regulated brand

★ ★ ★ ★★ ★ 3.6

Part of StoneX Group, one of the largest US forex brokers with deep liquidity on majors.

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IC Markets

Top global candidate

★ ★ ★ ★ ★★4.8

Active partner program; confirm the available legal entity and trading conditions for your country.

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Quick verdict

IC Markets scores higher overall (4.8 vs 3.6), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

Forex.com is the stronger fit for uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand, while IC Markets is built more around low-spread trading, scalping, MT4/MT5/cTrader workflows.

Regulation: Forex.com — CFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK). IC Markets — ASIC (335692), CySEC (362/18), FSA Seychelles (SD018) - operating since 2007.

Minimum deposit: Forex.com — $100. IC Markets — Commonly from $200, depending on entity.

Side by side

Forex.comIC Markets

Best forUS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brandLow-spread trading, scalping, MT4/MT5/cTrader workflows

PlatformsMT4, MT5, TradingViewMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView

RegulationCFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK)ASIC (335692), CySEC (362/18), FSA Seychelles (SD018) - operating since 2007

Minimum deposit$100Commonly from $200, depending on entity

Forex.com strengths

Backed by StoneX Group
Deep liquidity on majors
US CFTC/NFA regulated

IC Markets strengths

Raw spread model
Deep platform choice
Strong partner program

Which one should you pick?

Pick Forex.com if you're mainly after uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand. It stands out for backed by StoneX Group and deep liquidity on majors.

Pick IC Markets if you're mainly after low-spread trading, scalping, MT4/MT5/cTrader workflows. It stands out for raw spread model and deep platform choice.

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