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IG vs Pepperstone: which broker is better in 2026?

We compare IG and Pepperstone — two forex & CFD brokers — side by side across regulation, fees, platforms, minimum deposit, and our editorial scores. Based on our overall editorial score, Pepperstone edges ahead (4.3/5), but the right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the breakdown below.

Side-by-side comparison

CriteriaIGPepperstone
Overall score 4.1 4.3
Regulation & safety 4.5 4.5
Fees & deposit 3.5 4.0
Platform & assets 4.5 4.5
User support 4.0 4.0
Trust score85/10087/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsProprietary web platform, Mobile app, MetaTrader 4 (in some markets)MetaTrader 4, cTrader, TradingView (integrated)
Fee modelSpread & commission model varies per product — details not yet verifiedSpread & commission model varies per account type — details not yet verified

Pros & cons

IG
  • Very strong regulation — supervised by the FCA & a FTSE 100 public company (high financial transparency from public-company duties)
  • One of the oldest & largest providers (since 1974) with 19,000+ markets
  • Mature platforms: proprietary web + mobile app + MT4 in some markets
  • Leveraged products (CFDs/spread betting) remain high-risk regardless of strong regulation
  • Spreads/fees aren't always the cheapest compared to low-cost ECN brokers
  • Product availability & regulatory entity differ per country — verify which serves your region
Pepperstone
  • Well-documented multi-jurisdiction regulation (ASIC, FCA, BaFin, CySEC, DFSA, SCB) with no negative regulator action found
  • Full platform selection: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and integrated TradingView
  • Known for a low-cost focus & fast execution — popular for scalping/algo trading
  • Forex/CFD focus — not for those seeking real stocks or long-term investing
  • Private company (not public), financial transparency more limited than listed brokers
  • Leveraged trading remains high-risk even with a solid broker

Regulation at a glance

IG

Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, a FTSE 100 constituent — high financial transparency due to public-company obligations.

Pepperstone

Well-documented, layered regulation: ASIC (Australia) license since February 2013, FCA (UK) since 2015, BaFin (Germany) and CySEC (Cyprus) since around 2020, DFSA (UAE), and SCB (Bahamas). One of the brokers with the most documented regulatory footprint in this directory.