Blueberry Markets and IG go head to head on crypto CFD offerings and regulatory standing. The comparison weighs platform choices, coin coverage, and fees against security and access.
IG is the editorial winner over Blueberry Markets, scoring higher overall (4.2 vs 3.6) and with stronger trust and regulation.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets if you value ASIC regulation with segregated client funds and no inactivity fee, plus institutional-style execution via MT4/MT5 and cTrader.
Choose IG if…
Choose IG if you want a broad 70-coin lineup, a compensation scheme, and access to MT4 plus a proprietary platform with multilingual support.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
IG wins for security due to its broader regulatory footprint and top trust rating.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
| Taker Fee | 8.00% | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Blueberry Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
IG rates 4.2/5 versus 3.6/5 for Blueberry Markets. IG edges ahead on our composite score, though both exchanges meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Blueberry Markets lists a lower spread from 0, compared with IG's 0.6. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
IG has no minimum deposit, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes IG more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both Blueberry Markets and IG hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: IG has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Blueberry Markets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus IG's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Blueberry Markets charges $8 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for IG are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while IG supports ProRealTime, Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5. IG has exclusive access to ProRealTime and Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView.
Blueberry Markets scores better on fee criteria (no deposit fee, no inactivity fee). Always check both exchanges' current fee schedules, as maker/taker rates and withdrawal fees vary and are subject to change.
Blueberry Markets wins for low fees due to raw ECN access.
Equally matched.
| 0.8 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | £12/month (after 24 months) |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferDebit cardPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA ASIC DFSA FMA CMVM BaFin Finanstilsynet Finanstilsynet Finansinspektionen CBI NFA KNF |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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