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Compare Rakuten Securities and Interactive Brokers side by side on fees, regulation, platforms and our expert ratings. Find out which broker suits your needs.
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Interactive Brokers is the better choice overall, scoring 4.4/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Rakuten Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Interactive Brokers
3.4 vs 4.4
Lowest Fees
Rakuten Securities
0 vs 0.2 pips
Regulation
Interactive Brokers
1 vs 5 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
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Rakuten Securities scores 3.42/5 while Interactive Brokers scores 4.43/5 in our independent rating.
Interactive Brokers edges ahead overall, but Rakuten Securities may suit traders who prioritise different features. Read our full reviews for a detailed breakdown. Scores are based on our transparent methodology.
Interactive Brokers
Interactive Brokers scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Rakuten Securities holds a 3.4/5 rating vs Interactive Brokers's 4.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Rakuten Securities offers spreads from 0 pips, while Interactive Brokers starts at 0.2 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Rakuten Securities requires a minimum deposit of $0. Interactive Brokers requires $0.
Rakuten Securities is regulated by FSA, while Interactive Brokers holds licences from SEC, CFTC, FCA, MAS, ASIC.
Rakuten Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MarketSpeed II. Interactive Brokers 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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