Detailed side-by-side analysis
Best for Beginners
CPT Markets
$20.00Tightest Spreads
CPT Markets
From 0.1 pips (ECN); 0.7 pips (Prime); 1.4 pips (Classic) pipsHighest Leverage
CPT Markets
1:Up to 1:1000Best Rated
CPT Markets
Mobile Trading
Both
✓✓Regulation
FCA (UK), FSCA (South Africa)
Founded
N/A
Headquarters
United Kingdom
Overall Rating
Regulation
Founded
N/A
Headquarters
IC Markets operates globally, with entities regulated in Australia, Cyprus, and Seychelles.
Overall Rating
| Feature | CPT Markets | IC Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $20.00 | $200.00 |
| Average Spreads | From 0.1 pips (ECN); 0.7 pips (Prime); 1.4 pips (Classic) | Starts from 0.0 |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:1000 | 1:500 |
| Commission | None | None |
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader
Mobile Trading
Available
Web Trading
Available
VPS Hosting
Available
Social Trading
Available
Mobile Trading
Available
Web Trading
Available
VPS Hosting
Available
Social Trading
Available
Deposit Methods
💳 Bank Wire | 💳 Credit/Debit Cards (Visa & Mastercard) | 💸 Skrill | 💰 Neteller | 🪙 Cryptocurrencies
Withdrawal Methods
Same as deposits; processed within 1-3 business days (no broker fees)
Withdrawal Fee
None
Deposit Methods
IC Markets supports deposits via Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, UnionPay, FasaPay, Crypto, and Local Bank Transfers. Most are instant, while bank wires take 2-5 days. No deposit fees, but third-party charges may apply.
Withdrawal Methods
IC Markets offers withdrawals via Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, UnionPay, FasaPay, Crypto, and Local Bank Transfers. Processing times vary, with most methods taking 1-2 business days. No withdrawal fees, but third-party charges may apply.
Withdrawal Fee
None
Support Languages
English, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, Portuguese
Support Channels
24/5 via live chat, email (support@cptmarkets.com), phone (+44 20 3807 6914); dedicated app
Account Manager
Available
Support Languages
English, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Indonesian, Korean, German, French, Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Arabic, Italian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Traditional Chinese.
Support Channels
24/7 support via live chat, email, and phone.
Account Manager
Available
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