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Choosing between OANDA and GO Markets depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. OANDA is headquartered in New York, USA, while GO Markets operates from Melbourne, Australia. OANDA has the longer track record, established in 1996, 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.
OANDA
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| OANDA | GO Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.1/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $200 |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.1 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:50 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FCA, CFTC, ASIC ✓ | ASIC, CySEC |
| Platforms | MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | MT4, MT5 |
OANDA is the better choice overall, scoring 4.1/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, GO Markets offers lower spreads (0.1 pips).
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OANDA holds licences from FCA, CFTC, ASIC. GO Markets is regulated by ASIC, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. GO Markets adds Crypto.
On spreads, GO Markets is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.1 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at OANDA.
OANDA supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. GO Markets offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
OANDA requires no minimum deposit, while GO Markets sets a minimum deposit of $200. This makes OANDA accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores OANDA at 4.09/5 and GO Markets at 3.33/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. OANDA leads overall with a clear advantage.
OANDA
4.1/5
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GO Markets
3.3/5
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OANDA scores higher overall on our independent rating system. OANDA holds a 4.1/5 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.
OANDA offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while GO Markets starts at 0.1 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
OANDA requires a minimum deposit of $0. GO Markets requires $200.
OANDA is regulated by FCA, CFTC, ASIC, MAS, while GO Markets holds licences from ASIC, CySEC.
OANDA supports MT4, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. 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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