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FXFlat vs IG

Side-by-side comparison of regulation, trading costs, platforms, and account types for FXFlat and IG.

FXFlatTrust 8.7/10
BaFin

German BaFin-licensed broker founded in 1997 — one of the oldest fully-domestic Germany-regulated forex brokers still operating. Niche EU-only player with broad platform support including AgenaTrader and Interactive Brokers' TWS.

IGTrust 9.1/10
ASIC
FCA
BaFin
MAS

Worlds largest CFD provider. LSE-listed (IGG) since 1974. Regulated globally including US CFTC. ProRealTime, MT4, and own platforms.

Quick verdict

  • Trust: IG has the higher trust score.
  • EUR/USD spread: IG is tighter on EUR/USD.

Side-by-side comparison

FeatureFXFlatIG
Trust score8.79.1
RegulatorsBaFinASIC, FCA, BaFin, MAS, CFTC-NFA, JFSA
HeadquartersRatingen, Germany
Founded1997
Min deposit$200$0.00
Max leverage1:301:200
EUR/USD spread0.80 pips0.60 pips
Commission per lot$5$0.00
Raw spread account
Standard account
Swap-free account
cTrader
MT4
MT5
TradingView
Scalping allowed
EAs / algo allowed
Hedging allowed
Copy trading
Deposit methodsBank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal
Withdrawal methodsBank Wire
Withdrawal speed48h
Base currenciesUSD, EUR, GBP, CHF

FXFlat is best for

Algo traders
Day traders
Swing traders

IG is best for

Long-term CFD traders
US clients
Multi-asset traders