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Choosing between OCBC Securities and M1 Finance depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. OCBC Securities is headquartered in Singapore, while M1 Finance operates from Chicago, USA. OCBC Securities has the longer track record, established in 1986, compared to M1 Finance 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.
OCBC Securities
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OCBC Securities is the better choice overall, scoring 3.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, OCBC Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
OCBC Securities
3.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
1 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
OCBC Securities
$0 vs $100
OCBC Securities
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OCBC Securities
M1 Finance
Lower feesOCBC Securities holds licences from MAS. M1 Finance is regulated by SEC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. OCBC Securities additionally covers Etf, Forex.
OCBC Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iOCBC. M1 Finance offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
OCBC Securities requires no minimum deposit, while M1 Finance sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes OCBC Securities accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores OCBC Securities at 3.31/5 and M1 Finance at 3.20/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. OCBC Securities leads overall with a clear advantage.
OCBC Securities scores higher overall on our independent rating system. OCBC Securities holds a 3.3/5 rating vs M1 Finance's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
OCBC Securities offers spreads from 0 pips, while M1 Finance starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
OCBC Securities requires a minimum deposit of $0. M1 Finance requires $100.
OCBC Securities is regulated by MAS, while M1 Finance holds licences from SEC.
OCBC Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iOCBC. M1 Finance 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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