IG
umarkets
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Overview
IG was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in UK, while umarkets was established in 2018 and is based in Bulgaria. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. IG serves 178,500+ clients worldwide; umarkets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IG and $250 at umarkets.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | 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-F333 |
| Founded | 1974 | 2018 |
| Country | UK | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 178,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IG and umarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IG has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at umarkets). umarkets charges withdrawal fees while IG does not, giving IG an edge for frequent withdrawers. umarkets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; IG does not. Overall, IG scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
IG offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while umarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IG and umarkets compare. IG runs regular live webinars; umarkets does not. Both provide video tutorials. IG publishes daily market commentary; umarkets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IG scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 umarkets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). umarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. umarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| 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 umarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IG supports 5 languages and umarkets supports 8, giving umarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IG | umarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |