Head-to-head comparison

FP Markets vs IG

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

FP Markets

Best raw-pricing candidate
4.6

Partner link pending; good next review candidate

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

FP Markets scores higher overall (4.6 vs 4.5), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

FP Markets is the stronger fit for eCN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused traders, while IG is built more around long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust.

Regulation: FP Markets — ASIC (286354), CySEC (371/18), FSCA (50926) - operating since 2005, 60+ industry awards. IG — FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.

Minimum deposit: FP Markets — Often from $100, depending on account/entity. IG — No minimum (varies by country).

Side by side

FP MarketsIG
Best forECN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused tradersLong track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust
PlatformsMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, Iress in some regionsIG platform, MT4, ProRealTime
RegulationASIC (286354), CySEC (371/18), FSCA (50926) - operating since 2005, 60+ industry awardsFCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators
Minimum depositOften from $100, depending on account/entityNo minimum (varies by country)

FP Markets strengths

  • Strong partner program
  • Raw pricing angle
  • Broad CFD range

IG strengths

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

Which one should you pick?

Pick FP Markets if you're mainly after eCN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused traders. It stands out for strong partner program and raw pricing angle.

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

FP Markets vs IG FAQ

Is FP Markets better than IG?

FP Markets scores higher in our rating (4.6 vs 4.5), but IG may still be the better fit if you specifically need long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust.

What's the difference in regulation between FP Markets and IG?

FP Markets: ASIC (286354), CySEC (371/18), FSCA (50926) - operating since 2005, 60+ industry awards. IG: FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators.

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