IG vs Sarwa 2026: which is better?

We compared IG and Sarwa 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 1 for Sarwa.
The minimum deposit at IG is $0, against $500 at Sarwa.
IG offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, which Sarwa does not.

Comparison table

Comparison table	IG Broker	Sarwa Broker
Licences	FCA, ASIC, DFSA, CFTC, NFA, MAS, FINMA, BaFin, JFSA, FMA, FSCA, BMA Best	FSRA
Minimum deposit	$0 Best	$500
Maximum leverage	1:200	—
Trading platforms	MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, Web Trader, Mobile App, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer	Mobile App, Web Trader
Markets	Forex, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Commodities and Gold, Indices, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)	Stocks, Cryptocurrencies, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)
Demo account	✓ Yes	—
Copy trading	✗ No	—
Founded	1974	—
Headquarters	London, United Kingdom	Abu Dhabi, UAE
	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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want to start with less money
use MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, IG or Sarwa?

We compared IG and Sarwa 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 1 for Sarwa. The minimum deposit at IG is $0, against $500 at Sarwa. The best choice depends on your country and trading style, so check which licence your account will be opened under.

Are IG and Sarwa regulated?

IG licences: FCA, ASIC, DFSA, CFTC, NFA, MAS, FSCA, FINMA, BaFin, JFSA, FMA, BMA. Sarwa licences: FSRA.

What is the minimum deposit at IG and Sarwa?

IG: $0. Sarwa: $500.

Do IG and Sarwa offer an Islamic account?

IG: No. Sarwa: No.