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Choosing between Spreadex and M1 Finance depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Spreadex is headquartered in St Albans, UK, while M1 Finance operates from Chicago, USA. Spreadex has the longer track record, established in 1999, 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.
Spreadex
M1 Finance
Spreadex is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, M1 Finance offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Spreadex
3.4 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
M1 Finance
0.6 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
1 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Spreadex
$0 vs $100
Spreadex
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Spreadex
M1 Finance
Lower feesSpreadex holds licences from FCA. M1 Finance is regulated by SEC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. Spreadex additionally covers Cfd, Forex, Commodities.
On spreads, M1 Finance is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at Spreadex.
Spreadex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. M1 Finance offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Spreadex requires no minimum deposit, while M1 Finance sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes Spreadex accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Spreadex at 3.35/5 and M1 Finance at 3.20/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Spreadex leads overall with a clear advantage.
Spreadex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Spreadex holds a 3.4/5 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.
Spreadex offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while M1 Finance starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Spreadex requires a minimum deposit of $0. M1 Finance requires $100.
Spreadex is regulated by FCA, while M1 Finance holds licences from SEC.
Spreadex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. 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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