Broker Research

Independent broker reviews, graded for learners.

We evaluate brokers through the lens of a trader still learning. Regulation, execution quality, educational depth, and cost transparency weigh heaviest. Every broker on this list is regulated by at least one tier-1 authority (FCA, ASIC, or CySEC).

4 brokers reviewed

Compare brokers Best for learners

#01

AGrade

IC Markets

True ECN execution with Raw Spread accounts

Learner Score8.6/10

ASIC, CySEC, FSA-SC

#02

AGrade

Interactive Brokers

Institutional access for the retail trader

Learner Score8.4/10

SEC/FINRA, FCA, MAS

#03

AGrade

Pepperstone

Low spreads, strong regulation, beginner-friendly

Learner Score8.2/10

FCA, ASIC, CySEC

#04

BGrade

OANDA

Veteran US broker with excellent research

Learner Score7.9/10

NFA/CFTC, FCA, ASIC