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FOREX.com vs ThinkMarkets 2026
A detailed head-to-head comparison of FOREX.com and ThinkMarkets across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and more.
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FOREX.com vs ThinkMarkets: Our Analysis
Overall Verdict
Both FOREX.com and ThinkMarkets score 78.7/100 overall, making this a remarkably close matchup. Your decision should be based on which specific features and trading conditions matter most to your strategy.
Trading Costs
On the EUR/USD pair, FOREX.com offers an average spread of 1.30 pips with a $5.00 round-turn commission, while ThinkMarkets comes in at 0.40 pips with a $7.00 commission. ThinkMarkets offers tighter pricing on EUR/USD. Minimum deposit is $100 at FOREX.com and $0 at ThinkMarkets.
Regulation & Safety
FOREX.com holds 4 regulatory licenses with a highest tier of Tier 1 (CFTC/NFA, FCA, ASIC), while ThinkMarkets has 6 licenses at Tier 1 (FCA, ASIC, CySEC). ThinkMarkets has more regulatory licenses overall.
Platform Comparison
FOREX.com offers MT4, MT5, TradingView, FOREX.com Advanced Platform — uniquely offering TradingView, FOREX.com Advanced Platform which ThinkMarkets does not have. ThinkMarkets supports MT4, MT5, ThinkTrader, with exclusive access to ThinkTrader. FOREX.com provides a wider platform selection.
Who Should Choose Which?
FOREX.com suits beginners seeking education, traders who want advanced tools, traders who prioritize safety, traders wanting a wide instrument range, while ThinkMarkets is better for cost-conscious traders. If copy trading matters, ThinkMarkets has the edge. Both brokers offer demo accounts, so you can test each before committing real funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Both FOREX.com and ThinkMarkets score 78.7/100 overall, making them equally matched. Your choice should depend on specific features like platform preference, trading costs, and regulatory jurisdiction.
ThinkMarkets offers tighter spreads with an average EUR/USD spread of 0.40 pips, compared to 1.30 pips at FOREX.com. Check our detailed comparison table above for GBP/USD and USD/JPY spreads as well.
FOREX.com scores higher for regulation and trust at 92/100, holding licenses from CFTC/NFA, FCA, ASIC. ThinkMarkets scores 82/100 with FCA, ASIC, CySEC.
For beginners, FOREX.com is the stronger choice with an education and research score of 82/100. It offers structured trading courses, webinars, and a free demo account. ThinkMarkets scores 68/100 for education.
Yes, there is no restriction on having accounts with both FOREX.com and ThinkMarkets simultaneously. Many experienced traders maintain accounts with multiple brokers to take advantage of each broker's strengths — for example, using one for its lower spreads on majors and another for its wider instrument range or better platform features.
Reviewed by
Neil CNeil C is a financial markets analyst and forex trading specialist with over 10 years of experience evaluating broker platforms, trading conditions, and regulatory frameworks. He has personally tested accounts with dozens of brokers and brings a data-driven methodology to every review.
Last updated: April 2026