Two brokers compete on cost, platforms, and regulation. RoboForex emphasizes a broad instrument offer and ECN execution, while Tickmill highlights strong regulation and low commissions.
Tickmill outperforms RoboForex on editorial score, supported by stronger regulation and a compensation scheme.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Pros
12,000+ instruments including real stocks and ETFs
cTrader available with full Level II and cAlgo
Multiple account types from Cent to ECN
R Trader proprietary platform with built-in analytics
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | RoboForex | Tickmill |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | 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: RoboForex rates 4/5 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 RoboForex and Tickmill start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
RoboForex has $10, while Tickmill requires at least $100. This makes RoboForex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Tickmill holds top-tier regulation (FCA, FSCA, CySEC), providing stronger investor protections. RoboForex may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: RoboForex 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.
RoboForex lists maximum leverage of 2000:1, 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.
Tickmill charges $6 per lot, lower than RoboForex's $20 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
RoboForex supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Tickmill supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. RoboForex has exclusive access to cTrader and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Tickmill wins safety and regulation with FCA/CySEC/FSCA oversight and investor compensation.
RoboForex wins for active traders due to high leverage and ECN options.
Tickmill is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
RoboForex wins for platform choice with a proprietary R Trader and cTrader.
RoboForex is best for beginners due to low min deposit and Cent account.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2009 | 2014 |
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| Headquarters | Belize City, Belize | 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 | $20/lot | $6/lot▼ lower |
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| 2 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 2,000:1▲ higher | 1,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyPerfect MoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSCA CySEC IFSC | FCA FSCA CySEC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
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
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
Primary entity uses IFSC Belize, offshore, limited protection
ECN commission of $20 round-turn is higher than IC Markets ($7)
Very high leverage (2000:1) amplifies risk significantly
No top-tier regulatory licence
No investor compensation scheme
Cons
No cTrader support
Limited asset classes compared to multi-asset peers
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
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