Updated October 13, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
GO Markets vs IG
Facts checked September 26, 2026.
Where GO Markets and IG differ
| Compare |  GO Markets |  IG |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Futures, Crypto, Spread bettingCovers more |
| Regulators | SIPC | Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), SIPCCovers more |
| Investor protection | SIPC up to USD 500,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, CTrader, TradingView, GO TradeX | Mobile trading, L2 Dealer, ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | £0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 69% |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 2.5% |
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Key differences
- Regulators: only IG offers Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
- IG is licensed in 1 more country.
- Markets: only IG offers Stocks, ETFs, Options.
- Platforms: only GO Markets offers MT4, MT5, CTrader.
- Platforms: only IG offers Mobile trading, L2 Dealer, ProRealTime.
- Features: only GO Markets offers Crypto, Copy trading.
- Features: only IG offers Demo account, Fractional shares.
Our verdict on each
GO Markets
For self-directed CFD traders wanting broad market choice, GO Markets offers access to forex, indices, shares, commodities, bonds and crypto CFDs through several trading platforms. It combines long running operation since 2006 with education, analysis tools and support for traders worldwide.
IG
IG suits traders who want shares, ETFs, forex, contracts for difference, options, futures, crypto and spread betting under a single roof, with an account fee of €0 and cash interest of 2.5% on uninvested balances. Share dealing runs commission-free, while the retail loss rate is 69%.
Score breakdown
| Area | GO Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.3 |
| Offer | 9.4 | 9.6HigherCommission-free share dealing, a stock trade fee of £0, an account fee of €0 and cash interest of 2.5%. |
| Trust | 8.6 | 9.5Higher |
What each covers
| Markets | GO Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | No | Yes |
| ETFs | No | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Options | No | Yes |
| Futures | No | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Spread betting | No | Yes |
What we checked
GO Markets
- gomarkets.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
IG
- ig.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esma.europa.eu: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | GO Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Forex brokers | 117 of 147 | 18 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 115 of 145 | 16 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 98 of 122 | 14 of 122 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | GO Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Copy trading, Mobile app | Demo account, Mobile app, Fractional shares |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free |
| Legal entity | RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC | IG Europe GmbH |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Germany |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | GO Markets | IG | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | £0at the median | £0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0at the median | €0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 69%below the median | 72.05% |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 2.5%below the median | 3% |
Median across 52 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
GO Markets
Pros
- Broad CFD range across forex, indices, shares, commodities and crypto
- Multiple platforms with charting, analysis and strategy automation
- Education academy plus market analysis and technical insights
Cons
- CFD focus means traders do not own the underlying assets directly
- Advanced analysis and automation tools may overwhelm absolute beginners
- Professional offering is aimed at experienced investors rather than casual users
IG
Pros
- Markets list stocks, etfs and forex, so shares, ETFs, forex, contracts for difference, options, futures, crypto and spread betting sit together.
- Regulated by Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) and SIPC, with client protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
- Platform choice runs Mobile trading, L2 Dealer and ProRealTime.
Cons
- Retail accounts that lose money come to 69%.
- The commission-free model in commission free applies to share dealing, and it does not extend to trading costs on forex, contracts for difference, options or futures.
- Accounts sit with IG Europe GmbH in Germany, so compensation stops at EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
Who each suits
GO Markets
Who it suits
- Self-directed traders interested in CFDs across global markets
- Traders wanting platform choice with analysis and automation
- Learners wanting structured education and market insights
Who should look elsewhere
- Investors wanting direct ownership of shares or crypto
- People seeking long term investing rather than CFD trading
IG
Who it suits
- Traders who want stocks, etfs and forex reachable from the same account rather than several platforms.
- Share buyers who want dealing on a commission-free basis, since commission free covers their trades.
- EU clients who weight regulation and compensation, given Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) and SIPC and EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers who want a platform built around share dealing and crypto alone should compare CFI, whose stocks, etfs and forex is a shorter, simpler list.
- Investors priced in dollars rather than euros should weigh eToro, where the stock trade fee is $0.
- Anyone weighing only the account charge should know Vantage lists $0, so IG's €0 is not the only way to hold an account cheaply.
Questions about each
GO Markets
Which products can I trade with GO Markets?+
GO Markets provides CFDs on forex, indices, shares, commodities, bonds, index tracking ETFs and crypto. You trade price movements without owning the underlying asset. The range supports diversification across global markets.
How does platform access work at GO Markets?+
GO Markets offers a choice of platforms designed for different trading styles. The selection includes multi asset trading, charting, algorithmic capabilities and strategy automation. A mobile platform supports trading away from a desktop.
IG
What does it cost to trade shares with IG?+
Share dealing runs on a commission-free model, with a stock trade fee of £0 and an account fee of €0. Those are the two figures that matter for holding and trading, and both sit at the floor of the site tables. Trading costs on forex, contracts for difference, options and futures are quoted apart from share dealing.
Who regulates IG and is my money protected?+
The regulators are Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) and SIPC, and the licences listed are MiCA CASP 213800HFC5G4V293BN91 and SIPC member 71021. Client protection in the EU is EU ICS up to EUR 20,000, so a claim against the firm is covered only up to that ceiling. Any balance above the cap is your own exposure.
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