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Choosing between Monex and GO Markets depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Monex is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while GO Markets operates from Melbourne, Australia. Monex has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to GO Markets which was founded in 2006. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Monex
GO Markets
| Monex | GO Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.4/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $200 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.1 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:3 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FSA, SEC | ASIC, CySEC |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP | MT4, MT5 |
Monex is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Monex offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Monex holds licences from SEC, FSA. GO Markets is regulated by ASIC, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Crypto, Forex markets. Monex additionally covers Stocks, Etf. GO Markets adds Cfd, Indices, Commodities.
On spreads, Monex is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.1 pips at GO Markets.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. GO Markets offers MT4, MT5.
Monex requires no minimum deposit, while GO Markets sets a minimum deposit of $200. This makes Monex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Monex at 3.42/5 and GO Markets at 3.33/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Monex leads overall with a clear advantage.
Monex
3.4/5
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GO Markets
3.3/5
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Monex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Monex holds a 3.4/5 rating vs GO Markets's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Monex offers spreads from 0 pips, while GO Markets starts at 0.1 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Monex requires a minimum deposit of $0. GO Markets requires $200.
Monex is regulated by FSA, SEC, while GO Markets holds licences from ASIC, CySEC.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. GO Markets supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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