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Choosing between IG Group and LHV depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while LHV operates from Tallinn, Estonia. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to LHV which was founded in 1999. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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| IG Group | LHV | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.3/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:200 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ | Finantsinspektsioon, FCA |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker |
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, LHV offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesIG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. LHV is regulated by FCA, Finantsinspektsioon.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. IG Group additionally covers Cfd, Forex, Commodities. LHV adds Etf, Crypto.
On spreads, LHV 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. LHV offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while LHV sets no minimum deposit. This makes LHV accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and LHV at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. IG Group leads overall with a clear advantage.
IG Group
4.3/5
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LHV
3.4/5
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IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IG Group holds a 4.3/5 rating vs LHV's 3.4/5. 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 LHV starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. LHV requires $0.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while LHV holds licences from Finantsinspektsioon, FCA.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. LHV supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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