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Choosing between IG Group and Bestinvest depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to Bestinvest which was founded in 1986. 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
Bestinvest
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Bestinvest offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
IG Group
4.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Bestinvest
0.6 vs 0 pips
Regulation
IG Group
4 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Bestinvest
$250 vs $0
IG Group
Bestinvest
IG Group
Bestinvest
Lower feesIG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. Bestinvest is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. IG Group additionally covers Cfd, Forex, Indices, Commodities. Bestinvest adds Etf.
On spreads, Bestinvest is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at IG Group.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Bestinvest offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while Bestinvest sets no minimum deposit. This makes Bestinvest accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and Bestinvest 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 Bestinvest'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 Bestinvest starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. Bestinvest requires $0.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while Bestinvest holds licences from FCA.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Bestinvest supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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