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.
IG vs Markets4you
A side-by-side look at IG and Markets4you — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.
Markets4you
Best copy-trading candidate ★ ★ ★★ ★ ★ 2.9
Offshore jurisdiction and provider-selection risk
Quick verdict
IG scores higher overall (4.5 vs 2.9), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.
IG is the stronger fit for long track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trust, while Markets4you is built more around forex4you users, copy trading, small-account tests.
Regulation: IG — FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators. Markets4you — BVI FSC entity highlighted by the broker.
Minimum deposit: IG — No minimum (varies by country). Markets4you — Low-deposit accounts available.
Side by side
IGMarkets4you
Best forLong track record, broad market access, institutional-grade trustForex4you users, copy trading, small-account tests
PlatformsIG platform, MT4, ProRealTimeMT4, MT5, Share4you / copy trading
RegulationFCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulatorsBVI FSC entity highlighted by the broker
Minimum depositNo minimum (varies by country)Low-deposit accounts available
IG strengths
- Highest trust score in the industry
- 8 Tier-1 regulators
- Founded 1974
Markets4you strengths
- Long-running brand
- Copy trading angle
- Flexible account paths
Which one should you pick?
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.
Pick Markets4you if you're mainly after forex4you users, copy trading, small-account tests. It stands out for long-running brand and copy trading angle.
Common questions
IG vs Markets4you FAQ
Is IG better than Markets4you?
IG scores higher in our rating (4.5 vs 2.9), but Markets4you may still be the better fit if you specifically need forex4you users, copy trading, small-account tests.
What's the difference in regulation between IG and Markets4you?
IG: FCA, ASIC and 6 more Tier-1 regulators. Markets4you: BVI FSC entity highlighted by the broker.