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Choosing between IC Markets and Crypto.com depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IC Markets is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, while Crypto.com operates from Singapore. IC Markets has the longer track record, established in 2007, compared to Crypto.com which was founded in 2016. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
IC Markets
Crypto.com
| IC Markets | Crypto.com | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.4 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:10 |
| Regulation | ASIC, CySEC | FCA, MAS |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, TradingView | Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web |
IC Markets is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, IC Markets offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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IC Markets holds licences from ASIC, CySEC. Crypto.com is regulated by FCA, MAS.
Both brokers offer access to Crypto markets. IC Markets additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices.
On spreads, IC Markets is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.4 pips at Crypto.com.
IC Markets supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. Crypto.com offers Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
IC Markets requires a minimum deposit of $200, while Crypto.com sets no minimum deposit. This makes Crypto.com accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IC Markets at 3.87/5 and Crypto.com at 3.33/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IC Markets leads overall with a clear advantage.
IC Markets
3.9/5
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Crypto.com
3.3/5
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IC Markets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IC Markets holds a 3.9/5 rating vs Crypto.com's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
IC Markets offers spreads from 0 pips, while Crypto.com starts at 0.4 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IC Markets requires a minimum deposit of $200. Crypto.com requires $0.
IC Markets is regulated by ASIC, CySEC, while Crypto.com holds licences from FCA, MAS.
IC Markets supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. Crypto.com supports Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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