Admiral Markets vs Interactive Brokers

Admiral Markets or Interactive Brokers – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare Admiral Markets and Interactive Brokers in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

Admiral Markets vs Interactive Brokers Comparison Table 2025

Admiral Markets	Interactive Brokers
Not Rated	4.3
Admiral Markets is ranked # among .	Interactive Brokers is ranked #23 among CFD brokers.
	Review
Admiral Markets has closed or no longer accepts UK clients.	Interactive Brokers (IBKR), a leading brokerage, offers access to 150 markets across 33 countries and provides extensive investment services. With more than 40 years of experience, this Nasdaq-listed company complies with strict regulations from the SEC, FCA, CIRO, and SFC. It is among the most reliable brokers worldwide for traders.
Pros
	IBKR is a highly respected brokerage, regulated by top-tier authorities, ensuring the integrity and security of your trading account. Interactive Brokers has introduced ForecastTrader, an innovative product offering zero-commission trading with yes/no Forecast Contracts on political, economic, and climate events. It features fixed $1 contract payouts, 24/6 market access, and a 3.83% APY on positions held. The TWS platform is tailored for intermediate and advanced traders, featuring over 100 order types and a dependable real-time market data feed with exceptional uptime. Interactive Brokers has been awarded Best US Broker for 2025 by DayTrading.com. This accolade highlights its dedication to traders in the US, offering exceptionally low margin rates and access to global markets at minimal expense. The new IBKR Desktop platform combines the top features of TWS with customised tools such as Option Lattice and MultiSort Screeners, providing an impressive trading experience for traders of all skill levels. A wide range of third-party research subscriptions, both free and paid, are available for traders. Additionally, by subscribing to Toggle AI, traders can receive commission rebates from IBKR. IBKR consistently offers unparalleled access to global equities, with thousands of shares available across over 100 market centres in 24 countries, including the recently added Saudi Stock Exchange. While initially targeting seasoned traders, IBKR has recently widened its appeal by eliminating its $10,000 minimum deposit requirement. IBKR offers an economical environment for traders, featuring low commissions, narrow spreads, and a clear fee structure.
Cons
	The learning curve for TWS is quite steep, making it tough for novice traders to navigate and grasp all its features. In contrast, Plus500's web platform is far more accessible for those new to trading. IBKR offers a variety of research tools, but their inconsistent placement across trading platforms and the 'Account Management' webpage creates a confusing experience for users. Support can be sluggish and frustrating. Tests reveal that you may face challenges reaching customer service quickly, which could result in delays in issue resolution. You are limited to a single active session per account, meaning you cannot use both your desktop programme and mobile app at the same time. This restriction can occasionally lead to a frustrating experience for traders.
Awards
	Best US Broker 2025 - DayTrading.com
FCA Regulated
	Yes
Instruments
	Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, Funds, Bonds, ETFs, Mutual Funds, CFDs, Cryptocurrencies
Demo Account
	Yes
Minimum Deposit
	$0
Payment Methods
	ACH Transfer Cheque Debit Card Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
	$100
Regulator
	FCA, SEC, FINRA, CFTC, CBI, CIRO, SFC, MAS, MNB, FINMA, AFM
Mobile Apps
	iOS & Android
Trading App
	The IBKR Mobile app, for iOS and Android, transforms your phone into a robust portal to access your IBKR accounts. It allows users to monitor portfolios, execute trades, view real-time quotes and charts, and manage account activities seamlessly. With its intuitive design, the app is particularly user-friendly for novices, offering a simpler experience compared to the advanced TWS platform.
iOS App Rating
	4.3
Android App Rating
	4.5
Margin Trading
	Yes
Margin Rate
	1.55 - 2.59%
MetaTrader 4
	No
MetaTrader 5
	No
cTrader
	No
AlgoTrader
	Yes
OmniTrader
	Yes
TradingView
	Yes
Autochartist
	No
eSignal
	Yes
Trading Central
	Yes
STP Account
	Yes
ECN Account
	No
DMA Account
	Yes
MAM Account
	Yes
PAMM Account
	No
LAMM Account
	No
Demat Account
	No
AI / Machine Learning
	Yes
Robo Advisor
	Yes
Negative Balance Protection
	Yes
Market Maker
	No
P2P Trading
	No
Spot Trading
	Yes
Auto Trading
	Capitalise.ai & TWS API
Copy Trading
	No
Social Trading
	No
VPS Hosting
	No
Tournaments
	No
Demo Competitions
	No
Ethical Investing
	Yes
Custodial Account
	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
	No
Inactivity Fee
	$0
Islamic Account
	No
Account Currencies
	USD EUR GBP CAD AUD INR JPY SEK NOK DKK CHF AED HUF
Commodities
	Gold Zinc Aluminium Natural Gas Soybeans Lead Precious Metals Lean Hogs
CFD
	The platform provides access to over 8,000 CFDs across stocks, indices, forex, and commodities. Suited for experienced traders, the TWS platform includes more than 100 order types and algorithms. It also delivers top-tier market data from trusted sources like Reuters and Dow Jones.
Leverage
	1:50
FTSE Spread
	0.005% (£1 Min)
GBPUSD Spread<
	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
Oil Spread
	0.25-0.85
Stocks Spread
	0.003
Forex
	IBKR offers a vast range of over 100 forex pairs, including major, minor, and exotic currencies, outstripping most competitors except CMC Markets. Trading is available across multiple platforms with institutional-grade spreads beginning at 0.1 pips. There are also 20 sophisticated order types, such as brackets, scale, and one-cancels-all (OCA) orders, enhancing trading strategies.
Assets
	100+
GBPUSD Spread
	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
EURUSD Spread
	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
EURGBP Spread
	0.08-0.20 bps x trade value
Cryptocurrency
	IBKR offers access to Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and Litecoin at attractive commission rates without the need for a crypto wallet. Furthermore, traders can explore a variety of assets, including crypto indices like the NYSE Bitcoin Index, and futures contracts such as BAKKT Bitcoin Futures.
Spread
	0.12%-0.18%
Coins
	BTC LTC ETH XRP
Crypto Lending
	No
Crypto Mining
	No
Crypto Staking
	No
Auto Market Maker
	No
Admiral Markets	Interactive Brokers
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