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Choosing between Deriv and Longbridge depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Deriv is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Longbridge operates from Hong Kong. Deriv has the longer track record, established in 1999, 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.
Deriv
Longbridge
| Deriv | Longbridge | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.5 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FCA, MAS | SFC, MAS |
| Platforms | MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
Deriv is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Longbridge offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Deriv
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Lower feesDeriv holds licences from FCA, MAS. Longbridge is regulated by MAS, SFC.
Both brokers offer access to Indices markets. Deriv additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Crypto, Commodities. Longbridge adds Stocks, Etf, Options.
On spreads, Longbridge is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Deriv.
Deriv supports MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Longbridge offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Deriv requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Longbridge sets no minimum deposit. This makes Longbridge accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Deriv at 3.77/5 and Longbridge at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Deriv leads overall with a clear advantage.
Deriv
3.8/5
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Longbridge
3.4/5
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Deriv scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Deriv holds a 3.8/5 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.
Deriv offers spreads from 0.5 pips, while Longbridge starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Deriv requires a minimum deposit of $5. Longbridge requires $0.
Deriv is regulated by FCA, MAS, while Longbridge holds licences from SFC, MAS.
Deriv supports MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. 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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