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How We Score Brokers

Complete transparency. Every factor, every weight, every data source β€” documented so traders know exactly what a score means.

The Formula

BrokerTrustScore = Weighted Average of 6 Factors

BrokerTrustScore Algorithm
Score = (Regulatory Γ— 25%) + (Reviews Γ— 30%) + (Withdrawals Γ— 20%) + (Platform Γ— 15%) + (Support Γ— 10%)
All factors scored 1-10 Β· Final score rounded to 1 decimal Β· Updated every 24 hours
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25%
Regulatory Score
License quality from 50+ global regulators. FCA, ASIC, CySEC score higher. Multiple licenses = bonus points. Any warning or suspension = immediate deduction.
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30%
User Reviews
AI-verified reviews only. Factors in: total volume, recency weight (last 90 days count more), star distribution, and complaint rate. Fake reviews are excluded.
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20%
Withdrawal Speed
Real withdrawal complaint data from verified traders. Average processing time, refusal rate, and delay complaints all factor in. Self-reported times are penalized.
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15%
Platform Quality
Hands-on testing by our analyst team. MetaTrader availability, execution speed, mobile app quality, and uptime records all contribute to this score.
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10%
Customer Support
Response time measured 3x per month by our team. Live chat, email, and phone quality scored. 24/7 availability is a significant bonus.
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Daily
Auto-Updated
All scores recalculate every 24 hours. A new review, regulatory change, or withdrawal complaint can move a score up or down immediately.
Score Scale

What Does Each Score Mean?

Dangerous
1–2
Serious red flags. Avoid β€” potential scam or unregulated.
Average
2–3
Acceptable but not outstanding. Use with caution.
Good
3-4
Reliable broker. Well-regulated with positive reviews.
Excellent
4-5
Top-tier broker. Best regulation, reviews and safety.
Our Process

How a Broker Gets Scored

1
Data Collection

Regulatory Data Pulled Daily

Our automated system connects to 50+ regulatory databases worldwide every 24 hours. License status, warnings, sanctions, and enforcement actions are all captured in real time.

2
Review Verification

AI Fraud Detection on Every Review

Every submitted review passes through our machine learning fraud detection model trained on 3+ million reviews. Patterns like IP clustering, device fingerprinting, and linguistic anomalies flag suspicious reviews before publication.

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Platform Testing

Hands-On Testing by Our Analysts

Our research team opens real accounts and tests platforms 3 times per year. We measure execution speed, test withdrawals, contact support, and evaluate the overall trading experience objectively.

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Score Calculation

Weighted Algorithm Produces Final Score

All verified data points feed into our algorithm. Each factor is weighted according to its importance (see formula above), normalized to a 1-10 scale, and combined into a single BrokerTrustScore.

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Daily Update

Score Published and Updated Every 24 Hours

The final score is published on the broker's profile page. Any change in regulatory status, new verified reviews, or withdrawal complaints will immediately trigger a score recalculation.

FAQ

Methodology Questions

Can a broker pay to improve their score? +
Absolutely not. Zero pay-to-play and no exceptions. BrokerTrustScore is built on complete independence, meaning no broker can buy, boost, or hide their rating. Every score is generated by our proprietary algorithm that analyzes real data such as regulation, user feedback and safety metrics. We may feature sponsored listings, but they are clearly labeled and completely separate from rankings. They have zero influence on scores. Just pure, merit-based rankings that you can trust.
How often do scores change? +
BrokerTrustScore is continuously monitored and regularly updated to reflect the most accurate data. The scores can change at any time if there are significant developments such as regulatory updates, major user feedback trends or security concerns. This ensures every score stays current, data-driven and responsive to real-world changes and not static or outdated.
How do you handle fake reviews? +
We take fake reviews seriously and we don’t let them influence scores. BrokerTrustScore uses AI-powered filtering systems, advanced fraud detection and manual verification. This identifies suspicious, biased or manipulated feedback. Reviews that seem spam or show inauthentic behavior are automatically flagged and removed before they can impact any rating.
What regulators do you monitor? +
We monitor a wide range of global financial regulators to ensure a comprehensive and accurate assessment of every broker. This includes top-tier authorities like the FCA, ASIC, and CySEC as well as mid-tier and offshore regulators such as FSCA, FSC and others. Our system evaluates the broker's regulations, along with the quality and strength of those regulations. This helps traders clearly distinguish between high-trust, moderate and lower-tier oversight.
How can a broker dispute their score? +
Brokers can request a review by submitting verifiable evidence through our official contact channels. Every request is evaluated by our team and cross-checked against reliable data sources, including regulatory filings, platform updates and client feedback. If a new credible information materially impacts the score, we will update it accordingly without delays and biasness. However, scores cannot be changed through requests alone, they must be earned through real improvements and verified data.

Any Questions About Our Methodology?

We believe in radical transparency. Contact us for the full technical documentation.

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