Feature | Exness | Tickmill |
|---|---|---|
Founded | 2008 | 2014 |
Regulation | FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), FSA (Seychelles) | FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), FSA (Seychelles) |
Account Types | Standard, Standard Cent, Standard Plus, Pro, Zero, Raw Spread | Classic, Pro, VIP, Islamic |
Minimum Deposit | $1 for Standard accounts, $500 for Raw Spread and Zero | $100 for Classic, $100 for Pro, $50,000 for VIP |
Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Exness Trader App | MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Tickmill Web Trader |
Leverage | Up to 1:2000 (varies by region and account type) | Up to 1:500 (varies by account type and jurisdiction) |
Spreads | As low as 0.0 pips for Zero account, 0.3 pips for Standard accounts | From 0.0 pips on Pro account, 1.6 pips on Classic account |
Commissions | $3.50 per lot on Raw Spread, Zero accounts, none on Standard | $2 per side per lot on Pro, none on Classic |
Deposit Fees | None | None |
Withdrawal Fees | None | None |
Execution Speed | Market execution with high speed, usually <0.01 seconds | Market execution with competitive speed |
Trading Instruments | Forex, Metals, Cryptocurrencies, Energies, Stocks, Indices | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Bonds |
Number of Forex Pairs | 100+ | 62 |
Cryptocurrency Trading | Available | Limited availability, varies by region |
Educational Resources | Trading academy, webinars, trading tools, analytics | Webinars, seminars, eBooks, video tutorials, analytics |
Research and Analysis | Economic calendar, market news, technical analysis, sentiment data | Economic calendar, market analysis, news, sentiment tools |
Customer Support | 24/7 multilingual support via live chat, email, phone | 24/5 support via live chat, email, phone |
Demo Account | Yes, unlimited | Yes, unlimited |
Islamic Account | Available | Available |
Social/Copy Trading | Yes, via Exness Social Trading app | No |
Bonus and Promotions | Occasional bonuses, region-specific promotions | Occasional bonuses, region-specific promotions |
Spread Comparison Example | EUR/USD spread: from 0.1 pips on Zero, 1.0 pips on Standard | EUR/USD spread: from 0.0 pips on Pro, 1.6 pips on Classic |
Regulated Regions | Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East | Europe, Asia, Africa |
Reliability & Transparency | High transparency, segregated client funds, regular audits | High transparency, segregated client funds, regular audits |
Extra Features | VPS hosting, advanced trade analytics, algorithmic trading options | VPS hosting, autochartist tool, algorithmic trading support |
Account Currency Options | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, JPY, and over 80 other currencies | USD, EUR, GBP, PLN, and more (limited selection) |
Margin Call Level | 60% | 100% |
Stop Out Level | 0% on Standard accounts, 30% on Pro accounts | 30% on Classic and Pro accounts, 50% on VIP accounts |
Negative Balance Protection | Available across all accounts | Available across all accounts |
Order Types Supported | Market, limit, stop, trailing stop, pending orders | Market, limit, stop, trailing stop, pending orders |
Maximum Simultaneous Orders | Unlimited on Pro accounts, 200 for Standard accounts | 200 |
Micro Lot Trading | Available | Available |
Swap-Free Duration | Indefinite for Islamic accounts | 7 days for Pro and VIP accounts, longer for Islamic accounts |
Price Alerts | Available on mobile and web platforms | Available on MT4, MT5, and Tickmill Web Trader |
Guaranteed Stop Loss | Not available | Not available |
Trailing Stop | Supported on all platforms | Supported on MT4, MT5 |
Hedging | Permitted | Permitted |
Scalping | Allowed, with no restrictions | Allowed |
Algorithmic Trading | Fully supported (EA support on MT4/MT5, VPS hosting available) | Supported (EA support on MT4/MT5, VPS available) |
Pending Order Expiration | Up to 90 days | Up to 90 days |
Deposit Processing Time | Instant for most methods | Instant for most methods |
Withdrawal Processing Time | Instant for most methods, up to 24 hours in some cases | 24 hours or less, depending on method |
Accepted Payment Methods | Bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller, crypto, more | Bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller, UnionPay |
CFD Expiration | No expiration for most instruments | Expiration on certain indices and commodities |
Mobile App Features | Full account management, deposit/withdrawal, price alerts | Account management, price alerts, order tracking |
Advanced Charting Tools | Interactive charts, custom indicators, 9 timeframes | Interactive charts, autochartist, 9 timeframes |
Third-Party Trading Tools | Trading Central, custom indicators | Autochartist, custom indicators |
Access to Real-Time Market News | Yes, through the Exness platform | Yes, through Tickmill platform |
Advanced Risk Management Tools | Margin calculator, stop loss, take profit, profit calculator | Margin calculator, Autochartist risk analysis |
Partnership Programs | Affiliate program, introducing broker program | Affiliate program, introducing broker program |
Regional Restrictions | Available in most countries, restricted in U.S. and Canada | Restricted in U.S., Canada, Japan, others |
PAMM/MAM Accounts | Not available | Available for certain regions |
Investor Compensation Fund | Yes, for EU clients under CySEC | Yes, for EU clients under CySEC |
Copy Trading Platform | Exness Social Trading (dedicated app for copy trading) | Not available |
Swap-Free Option Availability | Available for all clients on Islamic accounts | Available on Islamic accounts (varies by region) |
Spread Cost on Gold (XAU/USD) | Typically starts from 0.3 pips on Raw Spread | Starts from 0.0 pips on Pro account |
Corporate Accounts | Not offered | Available for business entities |
Market Depth Tool | Not offered on standard platforms | Offered through MT5 platform |
Execution Model | Hybrid (STP/ECN based on account type) | ECN/STP model for all accounts |
Slippage Policy | Minimal slippage on liquid pairs, protection tools for high volatility | Controlled slippage based on liquidity and market conditions |
Customizable Leverage | Adjustable per instrument and account balance on MT5 | Adjustable based on balance and instrument, capped at 1:500 |
Minimum Order Size | 0.01 lot (micro lots available) | 0.01 lot (micro lots available) |
Free VPS | Available for clients with deposits over $500 | Free for Pro and VIP account holders |
Trading Contest Participation | Regional and seasonal trading contests | Periodic contests with prizes, subject to region |
Account Funding Currencies | Extensive list, including local currencies for some regions | Limited currencies, mainly major currencies |
Referral Program | Tiered rewards for referrals, high flexibility in commission | Tiered rewards, dependent on client volume |
Negative News Filtering | Not specifically offered | Part of risk management and analysis tools |
Synthetic Instruments | Not available | Not available |
Web Trading Compatibility | Accessible through Web Trader | Accessible through Web Trader |
Client Segregation of Funds | Segregated bank accounts for client funds | Segregated bank accounts for client funds |
Investor Protection | Compensations for European clients via CySEC, FSCA protection | Compensation fund for CySEC clients |
Advanced Order Types | One-click trading, stop limit, market orders | One-click trading, stop limit, market orders |
Bank Withdrawal Processing | 24 hours for most banks, instant in some cases | 24 hours for most bank methods |
Research Tools | Daily technical and fundamental analysis reports, sentiment analysis | Fundamental and technical analysis tools, Autochartist insights |
Economic Indicators | Economic calendar integrated with trading tools | Economic calendar available within platform |
Transaction Transparency | Real-time order tracking, execution transparency | Execution tracking, clear spread costs on Pro and VIP accounts |
Onboarding Process | Quick registration, instant account activation | Quick registration, some regions may have extra verification |
Multi-Account Management Support | Not offered | PAMM/MAM account options available |
Platform Customization Options | Advanced chart customization, custom indicators | Chart customization, integrated Autochartist |
Client Data Security | SSL encryption, data privacy protection policies | SSL encryption, GDPR compliance |
Trading Strategy Support | Scalping, news trading, algorithmic trading, hedging allowed | Scalping, news trading, algorithmic trading, hedging allowed |
Notification and Alerts | In-app, email, and SMS notifications | Platform alerts, email notifications |
Language Support | 15+ languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Russian | 10+ languages, including German, Spanish, Italian |
Mobile-Specific Features | Full account management, alerts, push notifications, market news | Alerts, trade history, market news, in-app deposits/withdrawals |
End of Day Rollover (EOD) Times | Consistent rollover timing, varies per instrument | Fixed rollover timing across all instruments |
Exness and Tickmill are top-tier brokers, each excelling in specific areas like account flexibility, trading tools, and execution models. Exness is ideal for high leverage and social trading, while Tickmill provides advanced analytics and managed accounts.