Bell Potter Securities
IG
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while IG was established in 1974 and is based in UK. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while IG is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IG has 178,500+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $200 at IG.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $200 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 1974 |
| Country | Austrailia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 178,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and IG, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IG has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bell Potter Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; IG does not. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IG supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IG supports social and copy trading features, which Bell Potter Securities does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, L2 Dealer, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Potter Securities and IG compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Bell Potter Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while IG supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. IG scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Bell Potter Securities and IG offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Bell Potter Securities supports 2 languages and IG supports 5, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese |