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Choosing between Monex and InvestEngine depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Monex is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while InvestEngine operates from London, UK. Monex has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to InvestEngine 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.
Monex
InvestEngine
Monex is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Monex offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Monex
3.4 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Monex
2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
Monex
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Monex
InvestEngine
Lower feesMonex holds licences from SEC, FSA. InvestEngine is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. Monex additionally covers Etf, Crypto, Forex.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. InvestEngine offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Monex requires no minimum deposit, while InvestEngine sets no minimum deposit. This makes Monex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Monex at 3.42/5 and InvestEngine at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Monex leads overall with a clear advantage.
Monex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Monex holds a 3.4/5 rating vs InvestEngine's 3.2/5. 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 InvestEngine starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Monex requires a minimum deposit of $0. InvestEngine requires $0.
Monex is regulated by FSA, SEC, while InvestEngine holds licences from FCA.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. InvestEngine 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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