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Choosing between IG Group and Equiti depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while Equiti operates from Amman, Jordan. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to Equiti which was founded in 2014. 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
Equiti
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Equiti offers lower spreads (0.5 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
IG Group
4.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Equiti
0.6 vs 0.5 pips
Regulation
IG Group
4 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
IG Group
$250 vs $500
IG Group
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IG Group
Equiti
Lower feesIG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. Equiti is regulated by FCA, FSRA.
Both brokers offer access to Cfd, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Equiti is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.5 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at IG Group.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Equiti offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while Equiti sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and Equiti at 3.23/5, 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 Equiti'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 Equiti starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. Equiti requires $500.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while Equiti holds licences from FCA, FSRA.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Equiti supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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