Two regulated forex brokers compete on price, platforms, and protection. The clash tests whether lower costs or broader regulatory coverage defines superior value.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose BDSwiss if you want a $10 minimum deposit and a proprietary Web/Mobile platform.
Choose if…
Choose Tickmill if you value high leverage up to 1000:1 and low $6/lot Pro commissions.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Pros
$10 minimum deposit (Classic account) - lowest among CySEC-regulated MT4/MT5 brokers
CySEC (199/13) regulation with ICF compensation scheme for EU clients
MT4, MT5, and proprietary WebTrader
Prime ECN account: raw 0.0 pip spreads at $6/lot commission
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | BDSwiss | Tickmill |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: BDSwiss rates 3.9/5 and Tickmill rates 4.3/5. Tickmill has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Both BDSwiss and Tickmill start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
BDSwiss has $10, while Tickmill requires at least $100. This makes BDSwiss more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both BDSwiss and Tickmill hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: BDSwiss requires a lower minimum deposit ($10), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
BDSwiss lists maximum leverage of 30:1, while Tickmill lists up to 1000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both BDSwiss and Tickmill charge the same commission of $6 per lot on applicable accounts.
BDSwiss supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Tickmill supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. BDSwiss has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
Tickmill wins for regulation with FCA, CySEC and FSCA oversight and segregated client funds.
Tickmill is best for active traders due to higher leverage and competitive Pro account pricing.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
BDSwiss wins for platform choice with a proprietary Web/Mobile platform alongside MT4/MT5.
BDSwiss is best for beginners with a $10 minimum deposit and accessible MT4/MT5.
Tickmill wins for instrument variety with 600 available instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2012 | 2014 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $10▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
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| 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 30:1▲ higher | 1,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | CySEC FSC FSA Seychelles | CySEC FCA FSCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
Industry-low commission of $6 round-turn on Pro account
Strong FCA, CySEC, and FSCA regulatory coverage
No dealing desk on Pro and Raw accounts
Negative balance protection for retail clients
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Classic account spreads (1.5-2.0 pips EUR/USD) wide for active traders
$1,000 minimum on the Prime ECN account
No cTrader or TradingView integration
Research tools are basic
Cons
No cTrader support
Limited asset classes compared to multi-asset peers
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
Tickmill outperforms BDSwiss on editorial score (4.3 vs 3.9) and holds strong FCA, CySEC, and FSCA regulation; BDSwiss lags in overall score.
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Score 3.9 / 5
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