Broker comparison
IC Markets vs Pepperstone
Side-by-side comparison of IC Markets and Pepperstone. Data checked November 2026.
| IC Markets | Pepperstone | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulation | ASIC, CySEC, FSA Seychelles | FCA, ASIC, CySEC, BaFin, DFSA, SCB |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Melbourne, Australia |
| Founded | 2007 | 2010 |
| Minimum deposit | $200 | No minimum |
| Raw account pricing | 0.0 pips + $3.50/side ($3 on cTrader) | 0.0 pips + $3.50/side |
| Standard spreads | From 0.8 pips | From 1.0 pip |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:500* | Up to 1:500* |
Quick verdict
- Pepperstone has the lower minimum deposit.
- Pepperstone supports more platforms.
- Pepperstone lets you trade from TradingView.
- IC Markets has been operating longer (since 2007).
Wick says
There's no universal winner. Pick the one whose rules fit how you trade: your style, your session and your risk.