Two regulated brokers tastytrade and TMGM are compared to test cost, platforms, and protection.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose tastytrade if you want a proprietary platform and investor compensation scheme.
Choose if…
Choose TMGM if you require MT4/MT5 access, 24/5 live chat, and multilingual support.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
Pros
Options commissions capped at $10/leg, major cost advantage for traders who size up
$0 to open options trades; $1/contract to close
Platform built natively for options: IVR, Greeks, curve tool, and multi-leg management all first-class
Futures and futures options on the same account as equity derivatives
No PFOF on options, exchange-routed for best execution
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | tastytrade | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Fail | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: tastytrade rates 4.3/5 and TMGM rates 4/5. tastytrade 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.
TMGM starts from 0 pips. Current spread data is not available for tastytrade. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date pricing.
tastytrade has no minimum deposit, while TMGM requires at least $100. This makes tastytrade more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both tastytrade and TMGM 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: tastytrade has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and TMGM provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
TMGM lists maximum leverage of 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
tastytrade charges $1 per lot, lower than TMGM's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
tastytrade supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. tastytrade has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
TMGM offers spreads from 0.00 pips.
tastytrade is stronger on safety and regulation due to NFA/CFTC and top-tier authority coverage.
tastytrade wins for active traders with an options-focused platform and multi-leg management.
TMGM is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
TMGM wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5 and IRESS DMA access.
TMGM is better for beginners due to MT4/MT5, multilingual support, and 24/5 live chat.
TMGM offers more instruments with 12,000 versus 10,000 at tastytrade.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.7 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2017 | 2013 |
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| Headquarters | Chicago, Illinois, United States | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | N/A | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $1/lot▼ lower | $7/lot |
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| N/A | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | N/A | 500:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferWire transferACH | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferWire transferACH | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | CFTC NFA | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | IRESS MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Part of IG Group (LSE-listed), institutional governance and financial stability
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
Pros
10,000+ instruments including real equities via IRESS DMA
ASIC regulated, Tier 1 Australian investor protections
ECN Edge account: raw spreads from 0.0 pips at $7 commission
Strong multilingual support for Asian clients
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
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
Cons
US-only, no international accounts
Options-first interface has a steep learning curve for equity-focused traders
No live chat support, phone and email only
Minimal fundamental research tools; no stock screener or analyst reports
Mobile app less appropriate for entering complex multi-leg strategies than the desktop platform
No negative balance protection
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
Support available in limited languages
Cons
$100 minimum deposit on standard accounts
Less brand recognition than IC Markets or Pepperstone in Australia
IRESS DMA platform requires separate setup
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
tastytrade edges TMGM on overall editorial score with stronger trust, fees, and platform ratings.
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