IG
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
IG was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in UK, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. IG holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. IG serves 178,500+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at IG and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1974 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 178,500+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between IG and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $200 at IG). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; IG does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
IG offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IG supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how IG and Uniglobe Markets compare. IG runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. IG has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. IG publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. IG integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uniglobe Markets does not. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IG scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| 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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. IG scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| 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 IG and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. IG supports 5 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | IG | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese | English, and Chinese |