iq option
Plus500
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Overview
iq option was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in United States, while Plus500 was established in 2008 and is based in Israel. iq option holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Plus500 is regulated by Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909) among others. iq option serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Plus500 has 1,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at iq option and $100 at Plus500.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| 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-F262 | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 |
| Founded | 2019 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | Israel |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 1,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between iq option and Plus500, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Plus500 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at iq option). iq option charges withdrawal fees while Plus500 does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; iq option does not. iq option charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
iq option offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Plus500 supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Plus500 supports social and copy trading features, which iq option does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how iq option and Plus500 compare. Plus500 runs regular live webinars; iq option does not. Plus500 has a video library; iq option does not. Plus500 publishes daily market commentary; iq option does not. Plus500 integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); iq option does not. Plus500 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. iq option accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Plus500 supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill). iq option uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. iq option scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| 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 iq option and Plus500 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. iq option supports 8 languages and Plus500 supports 15, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | iq option | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese |