IG
NordFX
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Overview
IG was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in UK, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. IG holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. IG serves 178,500+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IG and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 1974 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Mauritius |
| Clients | 178,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IG and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $200 at IG). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; IG does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
IG offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. IG edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, L2 Dealer, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IG and NordFX compare. IG runs regular live webinars; NordFX does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. IG publishes daily market commentary; NordFX does not. IG integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); NordFX does not. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. IG accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both IG and NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IG supports 5 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IG | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |