Compare the Best Online Brokers for 2025

With a strong focus on the trading experience, industry leading technology, low costs and award-winning client support, we feel that Pepperstone is a good option for the more established high volume day trader.

FP Markets is an established ASIC, CySEC FSP and CMA regulated broker. They offer access to the industry leading MetaTrader platforms and provide pricing directly from the market meaning fast execution and transparent pricing. A 24/7 multilingual client support service has won recognition through the highly respected Investment Trends awards.

Plus500 Ltd has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange since 2018 (symbol: PLUS) and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index. Also, the UK subsidiary - Plus500UK Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 509909). The broker offers access to CFDs on Commodities, Forex, Stocks, ETFs, Options and Indices; Real Shares (Available in certain EU countries only); and Futures (Available in the US only). This broker has +26 million registered customers across 50 countries.

FTSE 250 listed broker CMC Markets offers Spread Betting, CFDs, FX and Options trading. With access to over 12,000 instruments, this FCA listed broker has more than 1 million clients globally and is a great all-round option for all levels of trader.

Interactive Brokers is one of the world’s leading futures brokers with the ability to offer direct market access to a range of securities. With previous personal experience of trading with this broker, The Armchair Trader knows that they offer excellent platform stability, an excellent range of markets, and solid customer support

With competitive rates for trading shares and ETFs and significant discounts on funds, Hargreaves Lansdown offer a cost effective way to access a broad range of markets. You can open a Stocks and Shares fund, ISA or SIPP for yourself or a Junior ISA for your children.

We like their Portfolio+ and Master Portfolio services - they offer a great option for investors who are unsure about where to start.

Hargreaves Lansdown is a market leading, FTSE 100 listed broker that can cater for the needs of the majority of investors. A solid choice in our opinion.

Trade Nation offer something a little different for traders. You won't find research or educational tools - the emphasis is on trading, so pricing and fees can be kept low.

Widely recognised as the largest broker of its kind for CFDs and Spreadbetting, IG has now expanded its services to include Equities and ETF trading. Their range of markets is wide reaching while both trading and share dealing costs are low. We really like their Smart Portfolio's which are ideal for inexperienced investors to gain exposure to the markets. Clients will get 4.5% AER variable interest on uninvested GBP balances up to £100,000.

With deeper pockets to invest in their services than most brokers, IG's platform suite and trading support tend to lead the way. IG is a good all-rounder for novice through to experienced traders and investors.

FxPro is a fully regulated CFD provider offering Forex, Metals, Indices, Futures, Cryptos and Stocks. Clients have access to over 2000+ financial instruments and the company serves clients in 173 countries worldwide. FxPro was voted ‘Best Forex Provider’ by The Armchair Trader readers for 2024.

Tickmill is an established, regulated broker. With a focus on platform technology, fast reliable trading and low costs, it is a good choice for the experienced high volume trader.

We've got to know the team over at Accendo Markets pretty well over the last few years. They always have time for their clients, whether that's welcoming them to their offices in Aldgate, or through their dedicated account management team over the telephone. If you are new to trading, they'll make sure you get the support you need at the outset. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, personal service from your CFD, Spreadbetting or Forex broker, you won't go wrong with the Accendo Markets team.