Octa
IG Group
VS
Higher Rated
IG Group
Capital at risk · T&Cs apply
Compare Octa and IG Group side by side on fees, regulation, platforms and our expert ratings. Find out which broker suits your needs.
Octa
IG Group
| Octa | IG Group | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.5/5 | 4.3/5 ✓ |
| Min. Deposit | $25 ✓ | $250 |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:200 |
| Regulation | CySEC, FSCA | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 |
IG Group is the better choice overall, scoring 4.3/5 vs 3.5/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Octa offers lower spreads (0.6 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOcta
IG Group
WinnerOcta
IG Group
Octa scores 3.54/5 while IG Group scores 4.33/5 in our independent rating.
IG Group edges ahead overall, but Octa may suit traders who prioritise different features. Read our full reviews for a detailed breakdown. Scores are based on our transparent methodology.
Octa
3.5/5
Choose Octa if you want…
IG Group
4.3/5
Choose IG Group if you want…
IG Group scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Octa holds a 3.5/5 rating vs IG Group's 4.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Octa offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while IG Group starts at 0.6 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Octa requires a minimum deposit of $25. IG Group requires $250.
Octa is regulated by CySEC, FSCA, while IG Group holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS, SEC.
Octa supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. IG Group supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
Only 26% of Brokers Are Truly Fee-Free
BrokerRank Research — Hidden costs across 345 brokers
58% of Brokers Hold a Single Licence
BrokerRank Research — Regulation quality analysis
71% of Retail Traders Lose Money
BrokerRank Research — Loss rates across 50 EU brokers
76% of Brokers Use Proprietary Platforms
BrokerRank Research — MT4 vs MT5 vs proprietary
Trading involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Capital at risk. Full risk disclosure.