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Choosing between CMC Markets and Longbridge depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. CMC Markets is headquartered in London, UK, while Longbridge operates from Hong Kong. CMC Markets has the longer track record, established in 1989, compared to Longbridge which was founded in 2019. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
CMC Markets
Longbridge
| CMC Markets | Longbridge | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.0/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.7 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ | SFC, MAS |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
CMC Markets is the better choice overall, scoring 4.0/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Longbridge offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesCMC Markets holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. Longbridge is regulated by MAS, SFC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. CMC Markets additionally covers Cfd, Forex, Commodities. Longbridge adds Etf, Options.
On spreads, Longbridge is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.7 pips at CMC Markets.
CMC Markets supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Longbridge offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
CMC Markets requires no minimum deposit, while Longbridge sets no minimum deposit. This makes CMC Markets accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores CMC Markets at 4.04/5 and Longbridge at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. CMC Markets leads overall with a clear advantage.
CMC Markets
4.0/5
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Longbridge
3.4/5
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CMC Markets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. CMC Markets holds a 4.0/5 rating vs Longbridge's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
CMC Markets offers spreads from 0.7 pips, while Longbridge starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
CMC Markets requires a minimum deposit of $0. Longbridge requires $0.
CMC Markets is regulated by FCA, ASIC, MAS, while Longbridge holds licences from SFC, MAS.
CMC Markets supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Longbridge supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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