This comparison pits IC Markets against Webull in a fee and access showdown. The axis runs from commission models to exchange coverage and trading tools.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose IC Markets if you want tier-1 regulatory coverage and genuine DMA equity access via IRESS across 12 exchanges.
Choose if…
Choose Webull if you prefer commission-free trading, extended US hours, and free Level II quotes.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $200 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | IC Markets | Webull |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Pass |
| IPO access | Fail | Pass |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
IC Markets and Webull share the same editorial score of 4.1/5. One concrete differentiator: platform availability and account types differ between them.
IC Markets starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Webull. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
IC Markets requires $200. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Webull.
Both IC Markets and Webull hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, IC Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
IC Markets lists maximum leverage of 5:1, while Webull lists up to 1:4. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
IC Markets charges $7 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Webull are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
IC Markets supports TradingView, cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Webull supports Webull. IC Markets has exclusive access to TradingView and cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Webull has exclusive access to Webull.
Webull offers commission-free stock trading while IC Markets does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
IC Markets scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
Webull wins for low cost trading due to commission-free trading for stocks, ETFs, and options.
IC Markets wins for safety and regulation with tier-1 regulatory coverage and negative balance protection.
Webull wins for long-term investing with fractional shares.
IC Markets is best for active traders thanks to DMA access and broad exchange coverage.
Webull wins for beginners due to commission-free trading and free Level II quotes.
IC Markets wins for global market access with 12 exchanges.
| 0.7 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | Yes |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | Yes |
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| IPO access | No | Yes |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC FSCA | SEC FINRA |
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| Platforms | TradingView cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Webull |
|---|
| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
|---|
IC Markets and Webull are closely matched overall. The clearest differentiator is the commission model: Webull offers commission-free stocks, while IC Markets charges USD 0.02 per US share.
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Score 4.1 / 5
Score 4.1 / 5
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