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Choosing between Monex and Vanguard UK depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Monex is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Vanguard UK operates from London, UK. Monex has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Vanguard UK which was founded in 2017. 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
Vanguard UK
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
Monex
$0 vs $500
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Vanguard UK
Lower feesMonex holds licences from SEC, FSA. Vanguard UK is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Etf markets. Monex additionally covers Crypto, Forex.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Vanguard UK offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Monex requires no minimum deposit, while Vanguard UK sets a minimum deposit of $500. This makes Monex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Monex at 3.42/5 and Vanguard UK 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 Vanguard UK'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 Vanguard UK starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Monex requires a minimum deposit of $0. Vanguard UK requires $500.
Monex is regulated by FSA, SEC, while Vanguard UK holds licences from FCA.
Monex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, TradeStation JP. Vanguard UK 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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