{"id":2519,"date":"2026-06-03T12:47:40","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T12:47:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/?p=2519"},"modified":"2026-06-03T12:49:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T12:49:38","slug":"xm-vs-ic-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/ur\/xm-vs-ic-markets\/","title":{"rendered":"XM vs IC Markets Full 2026 Comparison \u2014 Spreads, Min. Deposit, Leverage & Who Should Choose Which"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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class=\"hub-nav\"><div class=\"hub-nav-inner\">\r\n <span class=\"hub-label\">Comparisons:<\/span>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-vs-ic-markets\/\" class=\"cur\">XM vs IC Markets<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-vs-exness\/\">XM vs Exness<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-vs-pepperstone\/\">XM vs Pepperstone<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-vs-avatrade\/\">XM vs AvaTrade<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-vs-deriv\/\">XM vs Deriv<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-review\/\">XM Review<\/a>\r\n<\/div><\/nav>\r\n\r\n<header class=\"hero\"><div class=\"wrap\"><div class=\"hero-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"hero-badge\"><span class=\"live-dot\"><\/span>Both Brokers Tested \u2014 May 2026<\/div>\r\n <h1>XM vs IC Markets<em>Full 2026 Comparison \u2014 Spreads, Min. Deposit, Leverage & Who Should Choose Which<\/em><\/h1>\r\n <p class=\"hero-desc\">IC Markets leads on <strong>raw spread quality<\/strong>. XM leads on <strong>accessibility, bonuses, and Islamic accounts<\/strong>. Based on live accounts at both brokers, here is the objective comparison.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"hero-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.pipaffiliates.com\/c?c=376664&l=en&p=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-white\">Open XM Account \u2192<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-review\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline-wh\">Full XM Review<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <p class=\"hero-fine\">Affiliate disclosure: we earn commission from XM links \u00b7 IC Markets links are not affiliate \u00b7 Comparison is editorially independent<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/div><\/header>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"verdict-banner\"><div class=\"vb-inner\">\r\n <div class=\"vb-card xm\"><div class=\"vb-icon\">\ud83c\udfc6<\/div><div><span class=\"vb-name\">XM Wins For:<\/span><p class=\"vb-wins\">$5 minimum deposit \u00b7 No deposit bonus + 50% deposit bonus \u00b7 Islamic swap-free on Ultra Low \u00b7 Traders who want no commission \u00b7 Beginners \u00b7 SEA local payment methods<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"vb-card ic\"><div class=\"vb-icon\">\ud83c\udfc6<\/div><div><span class=\"vb-name\">IC Markets Wins For:<\/span><p class=\"vb-wins\">Tightest raw spreads (EUR\/USD from 0.0 pip) \u00b7 High-volume scalpers \u00b7 ASIC + CySEC regulated \u00b7 cTrader platform availability \u00b7 No inactivity fee<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"author-bar\">\r\n <div class=\"author-av\">XM<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"author-info\"><strong>XEM Signup Editorial Team<\/strong><span>Live accounts held at both XM and IC Markets \u2014 spreads and conditions verified May 2026<\/span>\r\n <div class=\"badges\"><span class=\"bdg b-r\">Updated May 2026<\/span><span class=\"bdg b-g\">Both Tested<\/span><span class=\"bdg b-x\">8 min read<\/span><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wrap\">\r\n<section class=\"sec\" id=\"xm-vs-ic-markets-overview\">\r\n <h2>XM vs IC Markets \u2014 Full Comparison Table<\/h2>\r\n <div class=\"tbl-wrap\"><table>\r\n <thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th class=\"hxm\">XM<\/th><th class=\"hic\">IC Markets<\/th><th>Winner<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\r\n <tbody>\r\n <tr class=\"wxm\"><td>Minimum Deposit<\/td><td>$5 (Micro\/Standard)<\/td><td>$200 (all accounts)<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wic\"><td>EUR\/USD Spread (best acct)<\/td><td>~0.7 pip (Ultra Low, no comm)<\/td><td>~0.02 pip (Raw, + $3.50\/lot)<\/td><td class=\"win-ic\">IC Markets \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Total Cost at 1 lot EUR\/USD<\/td><td>~$7 (Ultra Low)<\/td><td>~$7\u20138 (spread + comm)<\/td><td class=\"win-tie\">Similar<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wxm\"><td>No Deposit Bonus<\/td><td>\u2713 Yes (~$30)<\/td><td>\u2717 No<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wxm\"><td>50% Deposit Bonus<\/td><td>\u2713 Yes<\/td><td>\u2717 No<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wxm\"><td>Islamic Account<\/td><td>\u2713 Micro, Standard, Ultra Low<\/td><td>\u2717 Not available<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Regulation<\/td><td>CySEC, ASIC, DFSA, IFSC (+2)<\/td><td>ASIC, CySEC, FSA (Seychelles)<\/td><td class=\"win-tie\">Both regulated<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wic\"><td>Platforms<\/td><td>MT4, MT5, WebTrader, Mobile<\/td><td>MT4, MT5, cTrader<\/td><td class=\"win-ic\">IC Markets \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr class=\"wic\"><td>Inactivity Fee<\/td><td>$10\/month after 90 days<\/td><td>None<\/td><td class=\"win-ic\">IC Markets \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Trading Before KYC<\/td><td>\u2713 Yes<\/td><td>\u2717 No (KYC required first)<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <tr><td>Max Leverage<\/td><td>1:1000 (IFSC)<\/td><td>1:500 (FSA entity)<\/td><td class=\"win-xm\">XM \u2713<\/td><\/tr>\r\n <\/tbody>\r\n <\/table><\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"box bx-g\">\r\n <h4>\u2713 Bottom Line<\/h4>\r\n <p>XM wins for beginners, bonus seekers, Muslim traders, and those wanting a simple no-commission spread account from $5. IC Markets wins for experienced scalpers who trade high volume and want the absolute tightest raw spread with cTrader access. The total trading cost at 1 standard lot is approximately equal between both brokers \u2014 the difference is in accessibility and extras.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"sec sec-gray\" id=\"xm-vs-ic-who-should-choose\">\r\n <h2>Who Should Choose XM vs IC Markets?<\/h2>\r\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:12px;margin:18px 0\">\r\n <div style=\"border:1.5px solid var(--red-bd);background:var(--red-bg);border-radius:var(--r-xl);padding:16px\">\r\n <div style=\"font-family:var(--serif);font-size:1rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--red);margin-bottom:10px\">Choose XM If:<\/div>\r\n <ul style=\"list-style:none;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:6px;font-size:.8rem;color:var(--g600)\">\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Starting with less than $200<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Want the no deposit or 50% deposit bonus<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Muslim trader needing Islamic account<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Prefer no-commission spread accounts<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Want to trade before KYC is approved<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--red);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>Need local payment methods (Indonesia, Malaysia)<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div style=\"border:1.5px solid var(--ic-bd);background:var(--ic-bg);border-radius:var(--r-xl);padding:16px\">\r\n <div style=\"font-family:var(--serif);font-size:1rem;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--ic);margin-bottom:10px\">Choose IC Markets If:<\/div>\r\n <ul style=\"list-style:none;display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:6px;font-size:.8rem;color:var(--g600)\">\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--ic);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>You are a high-volume scalper (2+ lots\/trade)<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--ic);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>You want the cTrader platform<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--ic);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>You prioritise absolute tightest raw spread<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--ic);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>No inactivity fee matters to you<\/span><\/li>\r\n <li style=\"display:flex;gap:7px\"><span style=\"color:var(--ic);font-weight:700\">\u2192<\/span><span>You can deposit $200+ and do not need bonuses<\/span><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n<section class=\"sec\" id=\"xm-vs-ic-spread-detail\">\r\n <h2>Spreads & Execution \u2014 Detailed Breakdown<\/h2>\r\n <p>IC Markets is widely regarded as one of the tightest-spread brokers in the retail space. Their Raw account averages EUR\/USD 0.02\u20130.08 pip during London session \u2014 genuinely near-zero. XM Ultra Low averages 0.6\u20130.8 pip. The difference is real and significant for high-frequency traders.<\/p>\r\n <p>However, IC Markets charges $3.50\/lot\/side commission on Raw accounts. At 1 standard lot: IC Markets total cost = ~$0.80 spread + $7.00 commission = $7.80. XM Ultra Low = $7.00 spread, no commission. At 1 lot, XM Ultra Low is marginally cheaper. At 5 lots: IC Markets = $4.00 + $35.00 = $39.00. XM = $35.00. IC Markets still costs more at 5 lots due to commission structure. The advantage only becomes clear at very high volumes (10+ lots) where the near-zero spread compounds.<\/p>\r\n <h3>Platform Comparison<\/h3>\r\n <p>Both brokers offer MT4 and MT5. IC Markets additionally offers cTrader \u2014 a platform preferred by many experienced traders for its depth of market view, one-click trading, and cleaner interface. XM counters with its proprietary WebTrader (TradingView-based) and mobile app with copy trading. If cTrader is a requirement, IC Markets is the only option \u2014 XM does not offer cTrader.<\/p>\r\n <h3>Execution Quality<\/h3>\r\n <p>IC Markets uses ECN execution \u2014 your order goes directly to liquidity providers without a dealing desk. XM uses market execution with no dealing desk on Ultra Low and Zero accounts (STP execution). In practice, at retail order sizes (0.01\u201310 lots), execution quality is comparable between the two brokers. Both offer negative balance protection and no re-quotes policy.<\/p>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"sec sec-gray\" id=\"xm-vs-ic-regulation-detail\">\r\n <h2>Regulation, Safety & Withdrawal<\/h2>\r\n <p>Both brokers are well-regulated. XM holds licences from CySEC (Cyprus\/EU), ASIC (Australia), DFSA (Dubai), IFSC (Belize), SCA (UAE), and FSCA (South Africa) \u2014 six regulatory bodies. IC Markets holds ASIC (Australia), CySEC (Cyprus\/EU), and FSA (Seychelles) licences. Both maintain segregated client funds and offer negative balance protection.<\/p>\r\n <p>For withdrawal speed: both brokers process e-wallet withdrawals (Skrill, Neteller) within 24 business hours. IC Markets typically processes same-day for most methods. XM's Skrill withdrawal tested at 2\u20136 hours in our experience. Neither is as fast as Exness which processes instantly and automatically.<\/p>\r\n <p>A key practical advantage for XM: you can <strong>deposit and trade before KYC is approved<\/strong>. IC Markets requires KYC verification before you can access the trading platform at all. For traders who want to start immediately after registration, XM has a structural advantage.<\/p>\r\n <div style=\"background:var(--green-bg);border-left:4px solid var(--green);border-radius:0 var(--r-lg) var(--r-lg) 0;padding:14px 18px;margin:14px 0\">\r\n <div style=\"font-size:.62rem;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.09em;color:var(--green);margin-bottom:6px\">\u2713 Our Overall Verdict<\/div>\r\n <p style=\"font-size:.82rem;color:var(--g600);margin:0\">IC Markets wins on raw spread and cTrader access. XM wins on minimum deposit ($5 vs $200), bonuses, Islamic accounts, and the ability to trade before KYC approval. At 1 standard lot, total trading cost is approximately equal between both brokers. Choose based on your specific priorities \u2014 there is no universal winner.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<section class=\"sec\" id=\"faq-xm-vs-ic-markets\">\r\n <h2>Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 XM vs IC Markets<\/h2>\r\n <div class=\"faq\">\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"tf(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Is XM or IC Markets better?<span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">IC Markets is better for raw spread scalping \u2014 EUR\/USD from 0.0 pip on Raw accounts. XM is better for beginners ($5 vs $200 minimum), bonus hunters, and Muslim traders needing Islamic accounts. At 1 standard lot, total trading cost is approximately equal at both brokers. Choose based on your priorities: accessibility and bonuses (XM) or tightest raw spread and cTrader (IC Markets).<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"tf(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">What is the minimum deposit for IC Markets?<span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">IC Markets requires a $200 minimum deposit for all account types. XM's minimum is just $5 for Micro and Standard accounts \u2014 40\u00d7 lower. This makes XM significantly more accessible for new traders or anyone wanting to start with minimal capital. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-minimum-deposit\/\">XM minimum deposit guide<\/a> for a full breakdown by account type.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"tf(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Does IC Markets offer an Islamic account?<span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">IC Markets does not offer an Islamic (swap-free) account. XM offers Islamic accounts on Micro, Standard, and Ultra Low accounts \u2014 free to request via live chat, approved within 1 business day. For Muslim traders, XM is the clear choice. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-islamic-account\/\">XM Islamic account guide<\/a> for full details.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <div class=\"faq-item\"><button class=\"faq-q\" onclick=\"tf(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Which broker has better regulation \u2014 XM or IC Markets?<span class=\"faq-icon\">+<\/span><\/button><div class=\"faq-a\">Both are well-regulated. XM: CySEC (EU), ASIC (Australia), DFSA (Dubai), SCA (UAE), FSCA (South Africa), IFSC (Belize). IC Markets: ASIC (Australia), CySEC (EU), FSA (Seychelles). Both maintain segregated client funds and negative balance protection. No meaningful safety difference for retail traders \u2014 both have operated without major fraud incidents for 10+ years.<\/div><\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"cta-band\"><div class=\"cta-band-inner\">\r\n <h2>Open XM Account \u2014 From $5<\/h2>\r\n <p>Better for beginners, bonus hunters, and Islamic account holders. No deposit bonus available in eligible regions. Start from just $5 on a Micro account.<\/p>\r\n <div class=\"cta-btns\">\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/clicks.pipaffiliates.com\/c?c=376664&l=en&p=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-white\">Open XM Account \u2192<\/a>\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/xem-signup.com\/xm-review\/\" class=\"btn btn-outline-wh\">Full XM Review<\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <span class=\"cta-fine\">Affiliate disclosure: we earn commission from XM links \u00b7 IC Markets links are not affiliate \u00b7 Comparison is editorially independent<\/span>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"risk\">Comparison based on publicly available information and live account experience as of May 2026. Broker conditions may change. Trading involves significant risk. 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