How We Rate Prediction Market Platforms
Every platform on Prediction Markets Reviews is evaluated using a consistent, transparent methodology. Our overall rating (out of 10) is calculated from six weighted sub-categories.
Rating Categories
| Category | Weight | What We Evaluate |
|---|---|---|
| User Experience | 20% | Interface design, ease of use, onboarding flow, mobile app quality, documentation |
| Market Variety | 15% | Number and diversity of markets, categories covered, uniqueness of offerings |
| Fees | 20% | Trading fees, deposit/withdrawal fees, hidden costs, fee transparency |
| Liquidity | 15% | Bid-ask spreads, order depth, trading volume, ability to enter/exit positions |
| Trust & Safety | 20% | Regulatory status, security measures, track record, fund protection, audits |
| Mobile App | 10% | App availability, functionality, performance, feature parity with web |
Additional Metrics
- Trust Score (1-10): Composite measure of regulatory status, security practices, company track record, and fund safety
- Liquidity Score (1-10): How easy it is to trade at fair prices without significant slippage
Our Process
- Sign Up & Verify: We create accounts and go through the full KYC/onboarding process
- Deposit & Trade: We deposit real funds and execute trades across multiple market categories
- Test Features: We thoroughly test all platform features, including mobile apps, APIs, and support
- Withdraw: We test the withdrawal process, including speed and any fees
- Research: We review regulatory filings, security audits, company history, and user feedback
- Score & Write: We assign scores based on our criteria and write detailed review content
- Update Regularly: We re-test platforms quarterly and update reviews when significant changes occur
Affiliate Disclosure
Prediction Markets Reviews may earn affiliate commissions when you sign up for a platform through our links. This revenue helps us maintain the site and create free tools. Affiliate relationships never influence our ratings. We rate platforms the same whether or not they have an affiliate program with us.