WhichBrokerHead to head · data verified August 2026
IC Markets vs Exness
A close call — 0.3 points apart. The winner depends on what you trade.
Pillar scores
Side by side
| Criterion | IC Markets | Exness |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.7 | 8.4 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Regulation | ASIC (AU), CySEC (EU), FSA (SC) | CySEC (EU), FCA (UK), FSA (SC), FSCA (ZA) |
| Min. deposit | $200 | $10 (Standard account) |
| Fees | Raw account: spreads from 0.0 pips + $3.50/lot; average EUR/USD spread ~0.1 pip | Standard: spreads from 0.2 pips; Pro accounts from 0.0 + commission; no deposit/withdrawal fees |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade app |
| Markets | 2,250+ instruments: forex, indices, commodities, bonds, crypto & stock CFDs | 250+ instruments: forex, metals, crypto, energies, indices, stock CFDs |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Scalpers, High-volume forex traders | Traders in emerging markets, Frequent withdrawals |
Our verdict
Choose IC Markets if you want scalpers · high-volume forex traders — its standout pillar in our scoring is fees.
Choose Exness if you want traders in emerging markets · frequent withdrawals.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, IC Markets or Exness?
It's close: IC Markets scores 8.7/10 and Exness 8.4/10 in our methodology. The right choice depends on your profile — IC Markets is strongest for scalpers, while Exness leads for traders in emerging markets.
Is IC Markets safe?
IC Markets is overseen by ASIC (AU), CySEC (EU), FSA (SC). Our trust score for it is 8.4/10 — see the full IC Markets review for the reasoning.
Is Exness safe?
Exness is overseen by CySEC (EU), FCA (UK), FSA (SC), FSCA (ZA). Our trust score for it is 8.0/10 — see the full Exness review for the reasoning.