Our Methodology
MarketRankings is an independent broker comparison website. Our mission is to help traders make informed decisions by providing objective, data-driven comparisons of forex and CFD brokers.
How We Rank Brokers
Each broker on our list is evaluated across eight weighted criteria:
1. Regulatory Status (25%)
We prioritize brokers with strong regulatory oversight from tier-1 authorities (FCA, CySEC, MFSA) and verify current license status. Multi-regulated brokers receive higher scores.
2. Trading Costs (20%)
We analyze spreads, commissions, swap rates, and deposit/withdrawal fees. Brokers with tighter spreads and transparent fee structures rank higher.
3. Platform Quality (15%)
Evaluation of web, desktop, and mobile platforms based on usability, charting tools, execution speed, and reliability.
4. Deposit & Withdrawal (12%)
Minimum deposit requirements, available payment methods, processing times, and withdrawal fees are all considered.
5. Asset Selection (10%)
Range of available instruments including forex pairs, cryptocurrencies, commodities, indices, stocks, and ETFs.
6. Customer Support (8%)
Availability (24/7 vs business hours), response times, language support, and quality of assistance.
7. Educational Resources (5%)
Quality and quantity of educational materials, webinars, tutorials, and demo account offerings.
8. Track Record & Reputation (5%)
Years in operation, trading volume, user reviews, and industry reputation.
Update Frequency
Our rankings are updated quarterly. We monitor regulatory changes, fee structure adjustments, platform updates, and significant user feedback between quarterly reviews. Last updated: June 2026.
Editorial Independence
MarketRankings maintains editorial independence. Brokers cannot pay for higher rankings or favorable reviews. We may receive compensation when users click through and open accounts via our links, but this does not influence our rankings or evaluations.
Contact
Questions about our methodology? Reach out at contact@tradecompare.com.