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Choosing between GMO Click Securities and Kraken depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. GMO Click Securities is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Kraken operates from San Francisco, USA. GMO Click Securities has the longer track record, established in 2001, compared to Kraken which was founded in 2011. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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| GMO Click Securities | Kraken | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.4/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.2 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:25 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FSA | FCA, CFTC ✓ |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, PC Dealer | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
GMO Click Securities (3.4/5) and Kraken (3.4/5) are closely matched. GMO Click Securities has lower spreads; the better pick depends on your priorities.
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GMO Click Securities holds licences from FSA. Kraken is regulated by FCA, CFTC.
GMO Click Securities additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities, Stocks. Kraken adds Crypto.
On spreads, GMO Click Securities is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.2 pips at Kraken.
GMO Click Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, PC Dealer. Kraken offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
GMO Click Securities requires no minimum deposit, while Kraken sets no minimum deposit. This makes GMO Click Securities accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores GMO Click Securities at 3.42/5 and Kraken at 3.37/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. GMO Click Securities leads overall with a marginal advantage.
GMO Click Securities
3.4/5
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3.4/5
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GMO Click Securities (3.4/5) and Kraken (3.4/5) are closely matched on our independent rating scale. The better choice depends on your priorities — fees, regulation, platforms, or available markets. See the full comparison above.
GMO Click Securities offers spreads from 0 pips, while Kraken starts at 0.2 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
GMO Click Securities requires a minimum deposit of $0. Kraken requires $0.
GMO Click Securities is regulated by FSA, while Kraken holds licences from FCA, CFTC.
GMO Click Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, PC Dealer. Kraken 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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