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NorthStar Options

0 out of 5

Low entry binary broker with flexible expiries and a clean web terminal.

Category scores

Head-to-head bars use the same 1–5 editorial rubric as our full reviews.

  • Payouts / pricing
    4.5
    4.3
  • Platform & tools
    4.4
    4.4
  • Regulation & trust
    3.5
    4.2
  • Support
    4.1
    4.0

Full comparison table

Green cells mark the stronger value on that row (where a clear winner exists).

Metric
Pocket Option
NorthStar Options
Minimum deposit Lower entry can mean cheaper live tests
$5
$5
Payouts / pricing
Up to 92%
Up to 92%
Expiry / hold time
3 seconds - 4 hours
30 sec – 1 month
Regulation
Offshore
Offshore (SVG)
Founded
—
—
Markets covered
Binary options
Binary options, Forex
Demo account
Yes
Yes
Mobile app
Yes
Yes
Editorial rank
998
95
Overall rating
4.4
4.4

Pocket Option — pros

  • Very low entry deposit
  • Sub-minute expiries for active sessions
  • Strong mobile app presence
  • Social and achievement-style engagement features
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NorthStar Options — pros

  • $5 minimum deposit
  • Wide expiry range
  • Demo account
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Markets at a glance

Pocket Option

Binary options

NorthStar Options

Binary options Forex

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