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Overview
forextime was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Lebanon, while IG was established in 1974 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. forextime serves 200,000+ clients worldwide; IG has 178,500+. The minimum deposit is $250 at forextime and $200 at IG.
| Feature | forextime | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F230 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 1974 |
| Country | Lebanon | UK |
| Clients | 200,000+ | 178,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between forextime and IG, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IG has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at forextime). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. forextime charges deposit fees; IG does not. Overall, IG scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | forextime | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
forextime 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 forextime does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | forextime | IG |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 forextime 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. forextime scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | forextime | 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. forextime accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while IG supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). forextime uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. forextime scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | forextime | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both forextime and IG offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. forextime supports 8 languages and IG supports 5, giving forextime broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | forextime | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese |