Two brokers are evaluated on trust, costs, and trading tools. The axis of tension centers on regulation versus pricing and instrument breadth.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you prefer lower upfront costs with a $50 minimum deposit. You gain CySEC regulation and access to raw 0.0 pip spreads on the Pro ECN tier at $3 per lot.
Choose if…
Choose Tickmill if you want access to 600 instruments and strong FCA, CySEC, and FSCA oversight. You also benefit from a $6/lot Pro commission and up to 1000:1 leverage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Pros
CySEC (440/23) regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000
$50 minimum deposit on standard account
Pro ECN account: 0.0 pip raw spreads at $3/lot commission
MT4 and MT5 available
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Errante | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Tickmill rates 4.3/5 versus 3.8/5 for Errante. Tickmill edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Both Errante and Tickmill start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Errante has $50, while Tickmill requires at least $100. This makes Errante more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Errante 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: Errante requires a lower minimum deposit ($50), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Errante 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.
Errante charges $3 per lot, lower than Tickmill's $6 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Tickmill supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
Tickmill wins for safety and regulation, holding FCA, CySEC, and FSCA oversight.
Tickmill wins for active traders due to 1000:1 leverage and wide instrument access.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3/lot).
Errante is better for beginners due to the lower minimum deposit.
Tickmill wins for platform choice with advanced charting features.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2017 | 2014 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $50▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $3/lot▼ lower | $6/lot |
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| 0.3 pips▼ lower | 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 FSA Seychelles | CySEC FSCA FCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
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
Small broker with limited balance sheet transparency
No cTrader, no TradingView integration
Research and educational content minimal
Non-EU clients on FSA Seychelles lighter framework
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
No cTrader support
Limited asset classes compared to multi-asset peers
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
Tickmill edges Errante on editorial score, 4.3 to 3.8, due to stronger Fees & Spreads and broader regulation.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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