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Choosing between ThinkMarkets and Stake depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. ThinkMarkets is headquartered in London, UK, while Stake operates from Sydney, Australia. ThinkMarkets has the longer track record, established in 2010, compared to Stake which was founded in 2017. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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| ThinkMarkets | Stake | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | FCA, ASIC | ASIC, FCA |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
ThinkMarkets is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, ThinkMarkets offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowThinkMarkets
Stake
ThinkMarkets
Stake
Lower feesThinkMarkets holds licences from FCA, ASIC. Stake is regulated by ASIC, FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. ThinkMarkets additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities.
ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Stake offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
ThinkMarkets requires no minimum deposit, while Stake sets no minimum deposit. This makes ThinkMarkets accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores ThinkMarkets at 3.92/5 and Stake at 3.44/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. ThinkMarkets leads overall with a clear advantage.
ThinkMarkets
3.9/5
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Stake
3.4/5
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ThinkMarkets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. ThinkMarkets holds a 3.9/5 rating vs Stake's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
ThinkMarkets offers spreads from 0 pips, while Stake starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
ThinkMarkets requires a minimum deposit of $0. Stake requires $0.
ThinkMarkets is regulated by FCA, ASIC, while Stake holds licences from ASIC, FCA.
ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Stake 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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