Deriv
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out of 5
Deriv provides multipliers and synthetic indices alongside short-duration contracts.
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NorthStar Options
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out of 5
Low entry binary broker with flexible expiries and a clean web terminal.
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Metric
Deriv
NorthStar Options
Minimum deposit
Lower entry can mean cheaper live tests
$5
$5
Payouts / pricing
Synthetic & multiplier products
Up to 92%
Expiry / hold time
15 seconds - 365 days
30 sec – 1 month
Regulation
Multiple entities (Labuan, Malta, etc.)
Offshore (SVG)
Founded
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Markets covered
Binary options
Binary options, Forex
Demo account
Yes
Yes
Mobile app
Yes
Yes
Editorial rank
997
95
Overall rating
4.6
4.4
Deriv — pros
- Broad product mix beyond classic binaries
- Longer history and multiple licensed entities
- Low minimum for many account types
- Strong developer APIs for advanced users
NorthStar Options — pros
- $5 minimum deposit
- Wide expiry range
- Demo account
Markets at a glance
Deriv
Binary options
NorthStar Options
Binary options
Forex
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