Al Ahly Pharos vs IG 2026: which is better?

We compared Al Ahly Pharos and IG on licences, deposits, platforms and accounts. The better choice depends on what you need; these are the main differences.

Key differences

IG holds 10 licences from strong regulators, against 0 for Al Ahly Pharos.
IG offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, which Al Ahly Pharos does not.

Comparison table

Comparison table	Al Ahly Pharos Broker	IG Broker
Licences	FRA	FCA, ASIC, DFSA, CFTC, NFA, MAS, FINMA, BaFin, JFSA, FMA, FSCA, BMA Best
Minimum deposit	—	$0
Maximum leverage	—	1:200
Trading platforms	Pharoslive	MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, Web Trader, Mobile App, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer
Markets	Stocks	Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Commodities and Gold, Indices, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)
Demo account	—	✓ Yes
Copy trading	—	✗ No
Founded	2006	1974
Headquarters	Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt	London, United Kingdom
	Read the review	Read the review

Data is for information only and may change; always check the official website before opening an account.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Al Ahly Pharos or IG?

We compared Al Ahly Pharos and IG on licences, deposits, platforms and accounts. The better choice depends on what you need; these are the main differences. IG holds 10 licences from strong regulators, against 0 for Al Ahly Pharos. IG offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, which Al Ahly Pharos does not. The best choice depends on your country and trading style, so check which licence your account will be opened under.

Are Al Ahly Pharos and IG regulated?

Al Ahly Pharos licences: FRA. IG licences: FCA, ASIC, DFSA, CFTC, NFA, MAS, FSCA, FINMA, BaFin, JFSA, FMA, BMA.

What is the minimum deposit at Al Ahly Pharos and IG?

Al Ahly Pharos: not available. IG: $0.

Do Al Ahly Pharos and IG offer an Islamic account?

Al Ahly Pharos: No. IG: No.