IG Group
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Choosing between IG Group and Motilal Oswal depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. IG Group is headquartered in London, UK, while Motilal Oswal operates from Mumbai, India. IG Group has the longer track record, established in 1974, compared to Motilal Oswal which was founded in 1987. 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
Motilal Oswal
| IG Group | Motilal Oswal | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.3/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:200 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ | SEBI |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MO Investor |
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Motilal Oswal offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Motilal Oswal
IG Group
Motilal Oswal
Lower feesIG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. Motilal Oswal is regulated by SEBI.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets. IG Group additionally covers Cfd, Forex. Motilal Oswal adds Etf, Crypto.
On spreads, Motilal Oswal 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. Motilal Oswal offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MO Investor. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250, while Motilal Oswal sets no minimum deposit. This makes Motilal Oswal accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores IG Group at 4.33/5 and Motilal Oswal at 3.26/5, 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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Motilal Oswal
3.3/5
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IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. IG Group holds a 4.3/5 rating vs Motilal Oswal's 3.3/5. 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 Motilal Oswal starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
IG Group requires a minimum deposit of $250. Motilal Oswal requires $0.
IG Group is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC, while Motilal Oswal holds licences from SEBI.
IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Motilal Oswal supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MO Investor.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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