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IG vs ThinkMarkets

A side-by-side look at IG and ThinkMarketsusing 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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ThinkMarkets

Score 7.75

Multi-jurisdiction regulated broker trusted across global markets

IG vs ThinkMarkets: the short verdict

IG carries the higher overall score of the two — 8.26 against ThinkMarkets's 7.75. IG lists more regulators than ThinkMarkets (10 to 6), including ASIC, BaFin and CySEC. Neither sets a minimum deposit. Both run on MetaTrader 4 and Proprietary platform. IG additionally lists TradingView; ThinkMarkets lists MetaTrader 5. IG is the longer-established of the two, trading since 1974 against 2010 for ThinkMarkets.

Side-by-side comparison

IG compared with ThinkMarkets
FeatureIGThinkMarkets
Min Deposit€0None
Raw SpreadUndisclosedUndisclosed
Max LeverageVaries by jurisdiction and account typeVaries by jurisdiction and account type
RegulationsASIC, BaFin, CySEC, +7 othersASIC, CySEC, FCA, +3 others
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, Proprietary platform, +1 othersMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, +1 others
Islamic AccNoNo
Copy TradingNoNo
Overall rating8.267.75

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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