Head-to-head · 2026
IC Markets vs Exness
IC Markets edges it overall with 4.4 versus 4.1, winning 5 of six categories. Exness is cheaper to trade: its lowest-cost account works out at about $7.0 per round-turn lot of EUR/USD versus $8.0 at IC Markets.
IC Markets
Scalpers and algo traders who want raw spreads
4.4/5
Visit IC MarketsFull review| Feature | IC Markets | Exness |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 4.4 | 4.1 |
| EUR/USD standard spread | 0.8 pips | 1.0 pips |
| Raw account | 0.1 + $7 | 0.0 + $7 |
| Cheapest cost per lot | $8.0 | $7.0 |
| Minimum deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Tier-1 regulators | ASIC, CySEC | FCA, CySEC |
| All regulators | ASIC, CySEC, FSA (Seychelles), SCB (Bahamas) | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA (Seychelles), FSC (Mauritius), CMA (Kenya) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
| Currency pairs | 61+ | 100+ |
| Max leverage | 1:500 (1:30 ASIC/EU retail) | Up to 1:2000 (offshore) |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView | MT4, MT5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade App |
| Copy trading | Yes | Yes |
| Swap-free accounts | Yes | Yes |
| US clients | No | No |
Highlighted cells mark the better value where one is clearly better. Data checked October 2026.
Category by category
Costs: IC Markets vs Exness
Exness is cheaper to trade: its lowest-cost account works out at about $7.0 per round-turn lot of EUR/USD versus $8.0 at IC Markets. On its standard, commission-free account IC Markets quotes around 0.8 pips on EUR/USD. On its standard, commission-free account Exness quotes around 1.0 pips on EUR/USD. Both offer raw-spread pricing: IC Markets at $7 and Exness at $7 per round-turn lot.
Regulation and safety
IC Markets is regulated by ASIC, CySEC, FSA (Seychelles), SCB (Bahamas). Exness is regulated by FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA (Seychelles), FSC (Mauritius), CMA (Kenya). IC Markets scores higher for trust in our methodology. Both are available in South Africa and Most other countries. Only IC Markets serves Australia, European Union.
Platforms
Both support MT4, MT5. IC Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView; Exness offers MT4, MT5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade App.
Which should you choose?
Choose IC Markets if…
- raw spreads averaging around 0.1 pips on EUR/USD
- mT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView all supported
- fast execution suited to scalping and expert advisors
Choose Exness if…
- automated instant withdrawals on most payment methods
- tight spreads on gold (XAU/USD) and major pairs
- low $10 minimum deposit on Standard accounts
Frequently asked questions
Is IC Markets better than Exness?
IC Markets edges it overall with 4.4 versus 4.1, winning 5 of six categories. Exness is cheaper to trade: its lowest-cost account works out at about $7.0 per round-turn lot of EUR/USD versus $8.0 at IC Markets.
Which is safer, IC Markets or Exness?
IC Markets scores higher for trust (4.4 vs 4.1), with tier-1 regulation from ASIC, CySEC.
Which has the lower minimum deposit?
Exness has the lower minimum at $10, compared with $200.
Do IC Markets and Exness both offer MetaTrader?
IC Markets: MT4, MT5. Exness: MT4, MT5.
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