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IG vs Plus500

A side-by-side look at IG and Plus500using the data we hold on each — score, regulators, platforms, minimum deposit, spreads and leverage. Blank fields mean we have nothing verified on record, not a “no”.

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IG

Score 8.26

ASIC-regulated trading with spreads from 0.6 pips

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Plus500

Score 7.99

Multi-jurisdiction regulated broker trusted across global markets

IG vs Plus500: the short verdict

IG carries the higher overall score of the two — 8.26 against Plus500's 7.99. Both are listed under ASIC and CySEC, and each names 10 regulators in total. Both run on Proprietary platform. IG additionally lists MetaTrader 4 and TradingView; Plus500 lists Web-based. IG is the longer-established of the two, trading since 1974 against 2008 for Plus500.

Side-by-side comparison

IG compared with Plus500
FeatureIGPlus500
Min Deposit€0$100 (only in UK, Poland, Germany, Bulgaria $50)
Raw SpreadUndisclosedUndisclosed
Max LeverageVaries by jurisdiction and account typeVaries by jurisdiction and account type
RegulationsASIC, BaFin, CySEC, +7 othersASIC, CFTC, CySEC, +7 others
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, Proprietary platform, +1 othersProprietary platform, Web-based
Islamic AccNoNo
Copy TradingNoNo
Overall rating8.267.99

This comparison is an independent directory listing, not financial advice or a recommendation. Trading forex and CFDs carries a significant risk of loss. Always verify a broker's regulatory status with the official authority before depositing.

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