TopFX vs TradeStation
TopFX | TradeStation |
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TopFX is a multi-regulated CFD broker with forex, indices, shares, commodities and ETFs traded via the MetaTrader 4 and cTrader platforms. Spreads are tight on the Zero account with competitive €5.50 round-turn commissions, and traders can be assured of fast execution and fair pricing from the broker's direct-market-access model. |
TradeStation is a popular, SEC-regulated broker offering stock, CFD and futures trading through powerful proprietary trading platforms. Available assets vary by region, with CFD trading available on the global branch. The US-based broker has different pricing methods split to cater for active day traders, or longer term stock holders. |
Bonus Offer | |
$50 No Deposit Bonus | |
Comment by Reviewer | |
"TopFX's competitive pricing and fast execution will suit experienced forex traders looking for good value and ultra-fast trading via an STP model." | "TradeStation is a secure, tried-and-tested broker for stock traders who want a powerful, flexible platform. The $500 minimum deposit makes this broker a better fit for experienced traders." |
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Instruments | |
Forex, indices, shares, metals, energies, ETFs, CFDs | CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Futures, Commodities |
Demo Account | |
No | Yes |
Minimum Deposit | |
$50 | $500 |
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Payment Methods | |
Minimum Trade | |
0.01 Lots | Min lot size will vary |
Regulator | |
CySEC, FCA, FSA | SEC |
Margin Trading | |
Yes | No |
STP Account | |
Yes | No |
ECN Account | |
No | No |
DMA Account | |
Yes | Yes |
MAM Account | |
No | No |
PAMM Account | |
No | No |
LAMM Account | |
No | No |
Demat Account | |
No | No |
AI / Machine Learning | |
No | No |
Robo Advisor | |
No | No |
Negative Balance Protection | |
Yes | No |
Market Maker | |
Yes | No |
P2P Trading | |
No | No |
Spot Trading | |
Yes | No |
Mobile Apps | |
iOS & Android | iOS, Android and Windows |
Auto Trading | |
Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader | |
Copy Trading | |
Yes | No |
Copy Trading Platform | |
TopFX offers low-cost copy trading tools to account holders through the cTrader platform. We like the real-time account and fund controls and the user-friendly interface which beats many alternatives. | |
Social Trading | |
Yes | No |
Trade Signals | |
Yes | |
VPS Hosting | |
No | No |
Tournaments | |
No | No |
Demo Competitions | |
No | No |
Ethical Investing | |
Yes | No |
Custodial Account | |
No | No |
Guaranteed Stop Loss | |
No | No |
Islamic Account | |
Yes | No |
Account Currencies | |
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Stock Exchanges | |
Commodities | |
CFD Trading | |
Trade CFDs on forex, stocks, indices, energies, metals and ETFs with fast execution and leverage up to 1:30 from the ESMA branch or up to 1:500 from the offshore branch. TopFX is known for its fast execution model with no dealing desk intervention and client safeguards including segregated funds. | Trade CFDs on popular asset classes, including forex and stocks. FX CFD commissions are competitive at 0.6 basis points while for shares it's a minimum of $3 per order. |
Leverage | |
1:500 | 1:20 |
FTSE Spread | |
From 1.5 | N/A |
GBPUSD Spread | |
From 0.2 | N/A |
Oil Spread | |
From 2.0 | 0.06 pips |
Stocks Spread | |
Variable | 0.2% Var |
Forex Trading | |
Trade 60+ currency pairs including majors as well as minors and exotics. This is a good range of FX pairs with attractive trading terms and spreads from zero offered on the broker's DMA accounts. | Speculate on 26 currencies including majors. Top-tier liquidity is available from 17 of the biggest forex dealing banks, alongside dynamic order management and low commissions. |
GBPUSD Spread | |
From 0.2 | Variable |
EURUSD Spread | |
From 0.2 | Variable |
EURGBP Spread | |
From 0.2 | Variable |
Assets | |
90 | 26 |
Cryptocurrency | |
Clients with a TopFX FSA regulated account can trade six crypto CFDs. However this is a narrow range and fees aren't the lowest so we don't recommend the broker for experienced crypto traders. | Crypto trading not offered |
Spread | |
Floating | |
Coins | |
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Crypto Lending | |
No | No |
Crypto Mining | |
No | No |
Crypto Staking | |
No | Yes |
Auto Market Maker | |
No | No |
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