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Tickmill vs XTB (2026)

Check availability73% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with Tickmill Europe Ltd. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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The verdict

XTB edges it overall with a Clarity Score of 86 vs 83, helped by stronger regulation & safety. But Tickmill can still be the better fit if you prioritise lower all-in cost.

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MetricTickmillXTB
Clarity Score8386
Risk levelHigher riskMedium risk
RegulatorsFCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSAFCA, KNF, CySEC, DFSA, CMF, FSC
Segregated funds Yes Yes
All-in cost$····$$···
Min deposit$100$0
Typical spread (EUR/USD)0 pips0.5 pips
Max leverage (intl.)1000:130:1
Withdrawal speedSame – next daySame – next day
Demo account Yes Yes
Copy tradingNoNo
PlatformsMT4, MT5, Tickmill App, Web, iOS, AndroidxStation 5, Web, iOS, Android

Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value on that metric. Figures are reviewed regularly — verify current terms before depositing.

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Pick Tickmill if you want…

  • lower all-in cost
  • stronger advanced tools
Check availability73% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with Tickmill Europe Ltd. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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Pick XTB if you want…

  • stronger regulation & safety
  • better for beginners
  • a higher-rated app
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Risk warning. CFDs and leveraged products are complex and high-risk. You can lose more than you deposit. Between 62% and 78% of retail CFD accounts lose money. Only trade with money you can afford to lose.
Tickmill: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 73% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with Tickmill Europe Ltd. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
XTB: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 77% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is Tickmill or XTB better?

XTB edges it overall with a Clarity Score of 86 vs 83, helped by stronger regulation & safety. But Tickmill can still be the better fit if you prioritise lower all-in cost.

Which is cheaper, Tickmill or XTB?

On all-in cost, Tickmill is cheaper (cost index 1/5 vs 2/5). Compare the full fee breakdown on each review.

Which is better regulated?

XTB scores higher on our regulation & safety criterion. Tickmill: FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA. XTB: FCA, KNF, CySEC, DFSA, CMF, FSC.

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Capital at risk. Most retail CFD accounts lose money. Trade only with money you can afford to lose.Tickmill73% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with Tickmill Europe Ltd. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.XTB