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Polymarket vs PredictIt.

A like-for-like comparison on the things that actually differ: how each is regulated, how funding works, what it costs, and where it is available. We compare, we do not crown a winner.

By Fredrik FilipssonFounder and editor · Two decades in advisory, hospitality and mediaEditorial review by Morten Andersen · Last reviewed 8 February 2026

Last reviewed 8 February 2026 · Facts as of February 2026 · Illustrative editorial examples

Polymarket
86/100
PredictIt
59/100
Side by side

The same questions, asked of both.

Polymarket
PredictIt
Prediction Market Index score
86/100
59/100
Regulatory status
Intermediated US access via a CFTC-licensed exchange and clearinghouse (from Dec 2025); offshore elsewhere.
Conditional, under a contested CFTC no-action posture.
Custody of funds
Historically onchain in USDC; US route follows the intermediary's custody terms.
US-dollar balances with the operator.
Fees
Historically low trading costs; confirm the current US fee schedule.
Trading fee on profits and a withdrawal fee historically.
Markets
Politics, world events, economics, crypto, sports and culture, the widest menu we track.
Politics and related events, with position limits.
Eligibility
US access through the intermediary, subject to verification; offshore access varies by country.
US persons confirming identity; per-market caps apply.
Best described as
The deepest liquidity in the category, now reaching US traders through an intermediated, CFTC-overseen route.
A long-running political market operating under a contested CFTC no-action posture.
A balanced verdict

Which one is right for you?

On our rubric Polymarket scores 86 and PredictIt scores 59, but a higher score is not a recommendation to you. Polymarket tends to suit readers who value with the most markets of anyone, while PredictIt leans toward small limits, contested status. The right venue depends on where you live and what you are eligible to use, so read both profiles and check the legality page before deciding.

FAQ

Questions readers keep asking.

Is Polymarket or PredictIt better?

Neither is universally better. Polymarket scores 86 on our rubric and PredictIt scores 59, but the right choice depends on your region, what you want to trade, and your eligibility. We compare the facts and leave the decision to you.

How current are these facts?

This comparison was last reviewed 8 February 2026 with facts as of February 2026. Fees, regulation and availability change often, so treat the figures as indicative and confirm the current terms on each platform.

Do you earn a commission from either platform?

No. Prediction Market Index does not take payment for placement and no platform can buy a higher score. Where a platform is genuinely available to you, any referral appears after the information, never before it.

Where is each platform legal?

Availability is local and, in the United States, often varies by state. Check our legality hub and each platform profile for the current position before you act.

Read the full profiles
Platform profile
Polymarket, rated 86
Platform profile
PredictIt, rated 59