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Choosing between Webull and Rakuten Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Webull is headquartered in New York, USA, while Rakuten Securities operates from Tokyo, Japan. Rakuten Securities has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Webull 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.
Webull
Rakuten Securities
| Webull | Rakuten Securities | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:4 ✓ | 1:3 |
| Regulation | SEC, FCA ✓ | FSA |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MarketSpeed II |
Webull is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Webull offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Webull holds licences from SEC, FCA. Rakuten Securities is regulated by FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Crypto, Forex, Indices markets. Rakuten Securities adds Etf.
Webull supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Rakuten Securities offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MarketSpeed II. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Webull requires no minimum deposit, while Rakuten Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes Webull accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Webull at 3.58/5 and Rakuten Securities at 3.42/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Webull leads overall with a clear advantage.
Webull
3.6/5
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Rakuten Securities
3.4/5
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Webull scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Webull holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Rakuten Securities's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Webull offers spreads from 0 pips, while Rakuten Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Webull requires a minimum deposit of $0. Rakuten Securities requires $0.
Webull is regulated by SEC, FCA, while Rakuten Securities holds licences from FSA.
Webull supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Rakuten Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MarketSpeed II.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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