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Choosing between Pepperstone and GO Markets depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Pepperstone is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. GO Markets has the longer track record, established in 2006, compared to Pepperstone which was founded in 2010. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Pepperstone
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| Pepperstone | GO Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.1/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $200 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.1 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 | 1:500 |
| Regulation | ASIC, FCA, CySEC ✓ | ASIC, CySEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, TradingView | MT4, MT5 |
Pepperstone is the better choice overall, scoring 4.1/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Pepperstone offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Pepperstone holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. GO Markets is regulated by ASIC, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Crypto, Indices markets. Pepperstone additionally covers Stocks. GO Markets adds Commodities.
On spreads, Pepperstone is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.1 pips at GO Markets.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. GO Markets offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4, MT5.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200, while GO Markets sets a minimum deposit of $200. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Pepperstone at 4.12/5 and GO Markets at 3.33/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Pepperstone leads overall with a clear advantage.
Pepperstone
4.1/5
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GO Markets
3.3/5
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Pepperstone scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Pepperstone 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.
Pepperstone offers spreads from 0 pips, while GO Markets starts at 0.1 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200. GO Markets requires $200.
Pepperstone is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while GO Markets holds licences from ASIC, CySEC.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, 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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