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Admirals vs ThinkMarkets
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | Admirals | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 8.9/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.1 (2,165 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.4 (520 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.0 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:500 (entity dependent) | Up to 1:500 (entity dependent) |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, CMA | FCA, FSCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals Platform, Admirals App | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ThinkTrader |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Trade.MT5, Zero.MT5, Invest.MT5, Trade.MT4 | Standard, ThinkZero |
| Founded | 2001 | 2010 |
| Spread type | Variable; raw pricing on Zero.MT5, marked-up on Trade accounts | Variable |
| Commission | From about $1.80 to $3 per lot per side on Zero.MT5; share investing commissions vary by market | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Swaps applied on overnight CFD positions; Islamic accounts available | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | A limited number of free withdrawals per month on most entities, then a fee; inactivity fee applies | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- ThinkMarkets has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $100).
- Both brokers hold licences with FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA.
- Only Admirals lists MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals Platform, Admirals App among its platforms.
- Only ThinkMarkets lists ThinkTrader among its platforms.
- Only Admirals lists ETFs, Bonds among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose ThinkMarkets if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Admirals if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (5 vs 3).
- Choose Admirals if access to ETFs is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, Admirals or ThinkMarkets?+
ThinkMarkets has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $100). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Admirals and ThinkMarkets regulated by the same authorities?+
They share FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA. Admirals lists FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, CMA; ThinkMarkets lists FCA, FSCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Both score 8.9/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Admirals and ThinkMarkets support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Admirals lists more platforms overall.
