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Choosing between IG Group and BDSwiss depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while BDSwiss operates from Limassol, Cyprus. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to BDSwiss which was founded in 2012. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
IG Group
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IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, IG Group offers lower spreads (0.6 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
IG Group
4.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
IG Group
0.6 vs 1.5 pips
Regulation
IG Group
4 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
BDSwiss
$250 vs $10
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Lower feesBDSwiss
IG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. BDSwiss is regulated by FSA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Cfd, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, IG Group is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.6 pips, compared to 1.5 pips at BDSwiss.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, MT4.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while BDSwiss sets a minimum deposit of $10. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and BDSwiss at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IG Group leads overall with a clear advantage.
IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IG Group holds a 4.3/5 rating vs BDSwiss's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
IG Group offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while BDSwiss starts at 1.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. BDSwiss requires $10.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while BDSwiss holds licences from FSA, CySEC.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. BDSwiss supports MT4, MT5, 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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