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Octa 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 | Octa | ThinkMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.3/10 | 8.9/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 3.7 (9,771 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.4 (520 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $25 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:1000 (entity dependent) | Up to 1:500 (entity dependent) |
| Regulators | CySEC, FSCA | FCA, FSCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, OctaTrader, Octa Copy | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ThinkTrader |
| Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Crypto, Stocks | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | OctaTrader, MT4, MT5, Demo, Islamic (swap-free) | Standard, ThinkZero |
| Founded | 2011 | 2010 |
| Spread type | Variable, floating spreads on all accounts | Variable |
| Commission | No commission; costs built into the spread | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight swaps apply; swap-free (Islamic) accounts available | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | No broker-side withdrawal fee on most methods; payment providers may charge | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- ThinkMarkets has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $25).
- ThinkMarkets has the higher BrokaBoy score (8.9/10 vs 7.3/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with CySEC, FSCA.
- Only Octa lists OctaTrader, Octa Copy among its platforms.
- Only ThinkMarkets lists ThinkTrader among its platforms.
Which should you choose?
- Choose ThinkMarkets if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Octa if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (4 vs 3).
- 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, Octa or ThinkMarkets?+
ThinkMarkets has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $25). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Octa and ThinkMarkets regulated by the same authorities?+
They share CySEC, FSCA. Octa lists CySEC, FSCA; ThinkMarkets lists FCA, FSCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
ThinkMarkets scores 8.9/10 against 7.3/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Octa and ThinkMarkets support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Octa lists more platforms overall.
