Overview
ThinkMarkets has emerged in 2010 as a very client-friendly online brokerage firm globally operating from Melbourne, Australia. It also has branch offices in London and Dubai. ThinkMarkets is renowned for offering some of the finest trading solutions in the business, from accessibility to the account to the trading of various assets from forex, CFDs, and cryptocurrencies. It offers solutions both for retail and professional traders, having advanced trading platforms and delivering very competitive rates.
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Strengths and watchouts
- Extensive Range of Investments: Offers a substantial range of tradeable symbols, notably 4,000
- Advanced Trading Platforms: Provides both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, alongside a proprietary platform
- Education and Resources: Availability of both beginner and advanced educational videos enhances learning opportunities
- Average Fees: Commissions and fees are rated as average, which might not appeal to cost-sensitive traders
- Limited Forex Pairs
Safety and regulation
ThinkMarkets has high regulatory oversight from: Client monies are maintained in separate accounts in high street banks with all forms of protection for clients, including a guarantee, negative balance protection, and ensuring a totally secure environment through trading.
- The Financial Conduct Authority in the UK
- The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
- The Financial Sector Conduct Authority in South Africa
Between 70% and 85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with most regulated providers — the exact figure for any specific broker is published on that broker's own website. Consider whether you understand how these instruments work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.
Markets available
- Forex
- Commodities
- Stock Indices
- Shares
- Cryptocurrencies
Account types
| Account | Min deposit | Commission | Leverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $0 | 0.4 | 1:1 to 500:1 |
| ThinkTrader | $0 | 0.4 | 1:1 to 500:1 |
| ThinkZero | $0 | 0.0 | 1:1 to 500:1 |
Fees and costs
The pricing for ThinkMarkets is clear and transparent:
Trading platforms
- MetaTrader 4 (MT4)
The MT4 platform affords some trust over other online trading platforms for trading forex and CFDs, with abilities such as facilitating automated trading.
desktop - MetaTrader 5 (MT5)
An enriched MT4, facilitates more assets like market depth integration.
web - ThinkTrader
This platform is exclusive to ThinkMarkets and boasts intuitivity, advanced charting tools, and mobile trade capabilities.
desktopmobile
Deposits and withdrawals
- Money transfers through bank advisors
- payment cards or net wallets like Skrill or Neteller
- and any regional payment solutions.
How we reviewed this broker
Each broker review documents the broker's claimed regulators, cross-references them against the public registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), and notes any divergence. Where a regulator has issued a public advisory, the URL is cited inline so a reader can verify it directly. Tradable instruments, account types, and fees are sourced from the broker's published disclosures or documented as unavailable. The full scoring methodology is public.
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Reader reviews
Mark Putzier
Feb 9, 2025
I've been trading with ThinkMarkets for several years now and have consistently been impressed by their professionalism, patience, and expertise. I want to extend my gratitude to the South African team, especially Oliver, Rivash, and Bilaal! Their tight spreads and responsive trade execution have been outstanding. The charting tools are excellent, and their collaboration with Trading View is sure to boost their reputation as a leading broker. I do have a couple of suggestions: - It would be beneficial if withdrawals were deducted from the balance immediately rather than after an hour or two. - I've noticed some platform instability during major announcements, which has occasionally prevented me from opening or closing positions at desired levels, even with a stop loss in place. Nevertheless, I wholeheartedly recommend ThinkMarkets and will continue to support them in the future!
Charlie Brown
Feb 9, 2025
Exceptional Experience with ThinkMarkets! Wow, where do I begin? ThinkMarkets has completely transformed my trading journey! I've tried several brokers in the past, but none have matched the exceptional service and overall experience I've found here. To start, the platform is as smooth as silk! It's incredibly user-friendly, and even someone like me, who's not the most tech-savvy, found it easy to navigate. Their mobile app is a game-changer too—effortless trading on the move, without a single hiccup. Now, about those spreads—simply amazing. They're incredibly tight, making it feel like they genuinely want you to succeed. The execution speed is phenomenal as well—no delays or unnecessary hassle, just consistent, reliable performance every time. What truly impressed me, though, was their customer support. The team is outstanding! I had a few queries regarding some trades, and they resolved them faster than you can say "profit!" They're courteous, professional, and genuinely delightful. It's clear they truly care about their clients. And let's not overlook their educational resources. The webinars and market insights are the cherry on top. I've gained more knowledge in the past few months with ThinkMarkets than I ever imagined possible. If you're unsure about which broker to choose, take my word for it—ThinkMarkets is the way to go. They've absolutely nailed it! Kudos to the team—keep up the fantastic work!
Harry Johnson
Feb 9, 2025
I'm really pleased with my decision to join ThinkMarkets. My previous broker was frustratingly slow with withdrawals and had poor spreads and funding options. In contrast, ThinkMarkets offers excellent spreads, and the withdrawal process is incredibly quick and hassle-free. I'm genuinely thankful for this improved experience!
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