Free demo & account review
IC Markets is a true ECN broker offering raw spreads and deep liquidity, popular with active and algorithmic traders. The higher minimum suits people who are past the absolute-beginner stage — and you can still demo first.
Best for: Active and algo traders chasing the lowest possible spreads.
Availability, spreads and terms vary by country and change often — always confirm on the broker's official site.
Open a free demo in about 5 minutes — no deposit, no card.
Yes — free demos on MT4, MT5 and cTrader with live-market pricing, which matters if you're testing spread-sensitive strategies.
Yes — entities regulated by ASIC and CySEC among others; the entity depends on your country. Confirm on the register before funding.
Typically $200. The raw-spread accounts (spread from 0.0 pips plus commission) are where IC Markets shines for active traders.
If you trade often, the spread is your biggest cost. Raw spread + fixed commission is usually cheaper than 'commission-free' wide spreads — run the math in our trading cost calculator.
Established multi-regulated broker with pro-grade execution.
CFDs are complex instruments with a high risk of losing money rapidly.
Beginner-friendly with generous education and micro accounts.
Free · no deposit · most beginners lose money trading real funds