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Choosing between Monex and Stash depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Monex is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Stash operates from New York, USA. Monex has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Stash which was founded in 2015. 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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Stash
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).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Monex
3.4 vs 3.3
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
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Stash
Lower feesMonex holds licences from SEC, FSA. Stash is regulated by SEC, FINRA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Etf, Crypto markets. Monex additionally covers Forex.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Stash offers Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Monex requires no minimum deposit, while Stash sets no minimum deposit. This makes Monex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Monex at 3.42/5 and Stash at 3.32/5, 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 Stash'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 Stash starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Monex requires a minimum deposit of $0. Stash requires $0.
Monex is regulated by FSA, SEC, while Stash holds licences from SEC, FINRA.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Stash supports Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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