CMC Markets vs IG — Comparing the UK's Giants

The Drawdown Verdict

Best Choice: IG

"IG wins slightly on market range and educational resources. CMC Markets has a more customizable proprietary platform (Next Generation)."

Feature

Option A

Option B

Range of Assets

1Join Drawdown Free

18,000+

Platform

Next Gen

IG Web / MT4

History

Founded 1989

Founded 1974

Platform Loyalty

Both brokers have extremely loyal users. CMC's platform is often preferred by those who want high customization of their workspace, while IG is preferred for its breadth of market access.

Choose Option A If...

Platform power users

Choose Option B If...

Multi-asset traders
Beginners needing education

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Whichever tool you choose, the strategy remains the same: manage your risk or the market will do it for you.

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