Two CFD brokers are compared on cost, regulation, and coin access. The tension centers on whether lower fees or broader crypto reach carries more weight for traders.
IG is the editorial winner with the higher overall score. Fusion Markets remains competitive on costs and regulation.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want no inactivity fee and a small coin selection.
Choose IG if…
Choose IG if you want a broad coin range with phone support and a compensation scheme.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
IG wins, due to FCA-listed framework and broad regulator coverage.
Fusion Markets wins for low fees with among the lowest ECN commissions.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
| Taker Fee | 4.50% | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion 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 | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Fusion Markets rates 3.8/5 and IG rates 4.2/5. IG has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Fusion 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.
Neither Fusion Markets nor IG requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both Fusion 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, both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchange's site before deciding.
Fusion 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.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 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.
Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while IG supports ProRealTime, Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5. IG has exclusive access to ProRealTime and Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView.
Fusion 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.
IG wins for coin selection with 70+ coins and weekend market access.
Equally matched.
| 0.45 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | £12/month (after 24 months) |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | 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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Score 3.8 / 5
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