A transparent 7-factor weighted scoring system. The same criteria for every broker, every time. No exceptions, no shortcuts, no paid placements.
Every broker is judged across these 7 weighted criteria.
The single most important factor. We verify license numbers with regulators, check the regulator's tier, and confirm jurisdictions match the broker's claims.
Quality and variety of platforms offered. We test MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary platforms across desktop, web, and mobile.
Spreads, commissions, swap fees, and any hidden charges. We measure spreads on EUR/USD during peak and off-peak hours.
Speed, reliability, and fees. We test withdrawals personally and track processing times across multiple methods.
Response times, multilingual options, channels available, and quality of help. We test live chat, email, and phone responses.
Quality of educational content, webinars, market analysis, and learning materials offered to traders.
Track record, user feedback, complaints history, and overall industry reputation. We aggregate reviews from multiple sources.
How to interpret a broker's overall rating out of 10.
Industry-leading. Top tier across all factors. Highly recommended for any trader.
Solid choice with strong performance across most factors. Recommended.
Decent broker with some weak areas. Suitable for specific use cases.
Acceptable but with notable concerns. Other options usually better.
Significant issues. Better alternatives exist. Not recommended.