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OctaFX vs Tickmill

Side-by-side comparison of regulation, trading costs, platforms, and account types for OctaFX and Tickmill.

OctaFXTrust 7.6/10
CySEC
FSCA
MISA-Comoros

Commission-free broker built around the proprietary OctaTrader platform with strong emerging-market presence. Default swap-free accounts on every instrument and 100+ local payment options.

TickmillTrust 8.7/10
FCA
CySEC
FSA-Seychelles
FSCA

Cost-leader broker with industry-low $4/lot commission on Pro account. FCA regulated. No-frills, execution-focused broker for serious traders.

Quick verdict

  • Trust: Tickmill has the higher trust score.
  • EUR/USD spread: Tickmill is tighter on EUR/USD.

Side-by-side comparison

FeatureOctaFXTickmill
Trust score7.68.7
RegulatorsCySEC, FSCA, MISA-ComorosFCA, CySEC, FSA-Seychelles, FSCA
HeadquartersSaint Vincent and the Grenadines
Founded2011
Min deposit$25$100
Max leverage1:5001:500
EUR/USD spread0.60 pips0.10 pips
Commission per lot$0.00$4
Raw spread account
Standard account
Swap-free account
cTrader
MT4
MT5
TradingView
Scalping allowed
EAs / algo allowed
Hedging allowed
Copy trading
Deposit methodsBank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto
Withdrawal methodsBank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto
Withdrawal speed24h
Base currenciesUSD, EUR

OctaFX is best for

Beginners
Swing traders
Copy traders

Tickmill is best for

Cost-conscious scalpers
Volume traders
No-frills traders