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Monex
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Choosing between Monex and Tickmill depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Monex is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Tickmill operates from London, UK. Monex has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Tickmill which was founded in 2014. 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
Tickmill
| Monex | Tickmill | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.4/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $100 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:3 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FSA, SEC | FCA, CySEC, FSCA ✓ |
| 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. Tickmill is regulated by FCA, CySEC, FSCA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex markets. Monex additionally covers Stocks, Etf, Crypto. Tickmill adds Cfd, Indices, Commodities.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Tickmill offers MT4, MT5.
Monex requires no minimum deposit, while Tickmill sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes Monex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Monex at 3.42/5 and Tickmill 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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Tickmill
3.3/5
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Monex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Monex holds a 3.4/5 rating vs Tickmill'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 Tickmill starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Monex requires a minimum deposit of $0. Tickmill requires $100.
Monex is regulated by FSA, SEC, while Tickmill holds licences from FCA, CySEC, FSCA.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Tickmill 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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