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Choosing between LYNX Broker and Kraken depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. LYNX Broker is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, while Kraken operates from San Francisco, USA. LYNX Broker has the longer track record, established in 2006, 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.
LYNX Broker
Kraken
| LYNX Broker | Kraken | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.2 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:5 | 1:5 |
| Regulation | AFM, FCA | FCA, CFTC |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, Trader Workstation | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
LYNX Broker (3.4/5) and Kraken (3.4/5) are closely matched. LYNX Broker has lower spreads; the better pick depends on your priorities.
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LYNX Broker holds licences from FCA, AFM. Kraken is regulated by FCA, CFTC.
LYNX Broker additionally covers Stocks, Etf, Cfd, Forex, Indices. Kraken adds Crypto.
On spreads, LYNX Broker is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.2 pips at Kraken.
LYNX Broker supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, Trader Workstation. Kraken offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
LYNX Broker requires no minimum deposit, while Kraken sets no minimum deposit. This makes LYNX Broker accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores LYNX Broker at 3.37/5 and Kraken at 3.37/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. LYNX Broker leads overall with a marginal advantage.
LYNX Broker
3.4/5
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Kraken
3.4/5
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LYNX Broker (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.
LYNX Broker offers spreads from 0 pips, while Kraken starts at 0.2 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
LYNX Broker requires a minimum deposit of $0. Kraken requires $0.
LYNX Broker is regulated by AFM, FCA, while Kraken holds licences from FCA, CFTC.
LYNX Broker supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, Trader Workstation. 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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