eToro vs Tickmill
Both sit under FCA and CySEC, and in each case the compensation ceiling depends on which entity holds your account — so protection is not the differentiator here. Ownership is: only eToro gives you real shares, at 0% on ETFs and on stocks in most countries, with fractional investing. Tickmill's equity exposure is CFD-only, and it pays 1.75% on idle USD above $100 on an active account. Our pick for investing: eToro. For leveraged FX on MetaTrader: Tickmill.
Editor: Kyrylo Vasyliev
eToro (FCA/CySEC, minimum deposit $50) and Tickmill (FCA/CySEC, minimum deposit €100) are two regulated brokers competing for retail investors in the CIS and EU markets. This comparison is built from verified data on fees, available instruments, trading platforms and country access — so you can see exactly where each broker wins before you open an account.
Across 1 fee categories eToro and Tickmill split wins roughly evenly — the cheaper option depends on your specific trading pattern (stocks vs ETFs, frequency, currency). On asset class coverage eToro is ahead with 5 instrument categories versus 4 at Tickmill — relevant if you plan to diversify beyond stocks into bonds, ETFs, commodities or crypto.
Both brokers have similar entry requirements, so the decision comes down to fees and instruments. eToro supports 2 trading platforms, Tickmill supports 3.
Trust dimensions side by side
Where it's safer
Five trust dimensions per our methodology. The further from the centre — the stronger. The dashed line is our fixed reference level, the same on every axis.
eToro leads on the combined score — 100/100 vs 83/100. Our fixed reference line is 72.
Overview
eToro leads with 3 out of 9 objective metrics. On fees specifically, wins 0 of 1 categories.
Fees & Commissions
Fee scenario
Approximate — based on verified fees only. Per-share commissions assume a $50 share price. Real costs depend on instrument, currency conversion and individual trade size.
Instruments & Markets
3k+ instruments · 700+ instrumentsRegulators & investor protection
- FCA—United Kingdom
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
- ASIC—Australia
- FSA Seychelles—Seychelles
- FCA—United Kingdom
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
- FSA Seychelles—Seychelles
- Additional licences on file: FSCA.
Both brokers operate under Tier-1 jurisdictions, so regulatory oversight strength is comparable.
Account & Support
eToro
Tickmill
Pros & Cons
eToro
- 0% commission on ETFs — no threshold, no monthly cap
- Copy trading and Smart Portfolios — one-click diversified exposure
- Fractional shares from $10 — access any stock regardless of price
- Strong Trustpilot rating (4★)
- Negative balance protection
- 0.75% FX conversion markup on every trade for non-USD investors
- $5 withdrawal fee (USD accounts) + real stocks cost $1/open + $1/close
- Social feed can obscure fundamental analysis
- Slow wire withdrawals (3-8 days)
Tickmill
- FCA-regulated Raw accounts with raw spreads (EURUSD ~0.1 pip)
- 24/5 trading + phone support in multiple languages (en, ru, de, es, pl)
- Fast withdrawals — cards typically same-day, wire 1-3 days
- Negative balance protection
- Direct access to US stocks
- CFD-only — does NOT offer real stocks, ETFs or bonds despite 'Stock CFDs' branding
- High-leverage retail accounts (1:500) under offshore FSA Seychelles
- No proprietary platform — MT4 / MT5 only
- Compensation caps at €20,000 — below FCA (£85k) / SIPC ($500k)
- CFD-only (no direct exchange access)
Who each broker is for
Verdict
Both eToro and Tickmill are regulated brokers offering access to global financial markets. However, they differ significantly in fees, available instruments, and minimum deposit requirements. Below is our expert assessment to help you make an informed decision.
Choose eToro if you want more instruments, fractional shares, a stronger Trustpilot rating.
Choose Tickmill if you want faster withdrawals.
- Just starting outTickmill· faster KYC
- Active tradingTickmill· more instruments, raw spreads, faster withdrawals
- Advanced / professionaleToro· more exchanges
Ultimately, the best choice depends on your trading style, budget, and preferred instruments. We recommend using our Broker Quiz for a personalized recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this comparison and how to use it.