Just2Trade vs Tickmill
Detailed side-by-side broker comparison
Just2Trade (CySEC, minimum deposit $100) 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 7 fee categories we track, Tickmill comes out cheaper in 3, while Just2Trade wins only 2. For active traders this gap compounds over time — commission, FX markup and custody fees are the three that hurt portfolio returns the most. Both brokers offer access to 6 instrument categories, so asset coverage is not a differentiator here.
Both brokers have similar entry requirements, so the decision comes down to fees and instruments. Just2Trade 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. Dashed line is the industry median.
Tickmill leads on the combined score — 83/100 vs 68/100. Industry median is 72.
Overview
Tickmill leads with 5 out of 9 objective metrics. On fees specifically, Tickmill wins 3 of 7 categories.
Fees & Commissions
Fee scenario
Approximate — based on listed fees only. Real costs depend on instrument, currency conversion and individual trade size.
Instruments & Markets
30k+ instruments · 700+ instrumentsRegulators & investor protection
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
- FCA—United Kingdom
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
Tickmill carries a stronger top-tier licence than Just2Trade — relevant if regulator strength is a deciding factor for you.
Account & Support
Just2Trade
Tickmill
Pros & Cons
Just2Trade
- Direct US-market access via Sterling Trader Pro (DMA), not aggregated CFD spread
- CySEC ICF compensation up to €20,000 per claimant
- Russian + English support and UI — uncommon in EU-regulated brokers
- Wide instrument selection (30k+, incl. CFDs)
- Negative balance protection
- Full fee schedule lives only in PDFs — no quick price comparison on broker site
- Two separate platforms: Sterling Trader Pro (equities + DMA) and MetaTrader 5 (FX/CFD)
- Parent rebrand 2024 (Just2Trade Online → Lime Trading → J2T Services) caused contract documentation confusion
- Limited proprietary research tools — no built-in screener or analyst reports
- Compensation caps at €20,000 — below FCA (£85k) / SIPC ($500k)
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
- Trustpilot 'fake reviews removed' notice — material trust signal
- 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)
Who each broker is for
Verdict
The split here is ownership, not price. Just2Trade gives you real shares under CySEC 281/15, including US listings through its SEC/FINRA-regulated Lime affiliate. Tickmill offers equity exposure only as CFDs, despite the 'Stock CFDs' branding — its real strength is FX and index trading on MetaTrader, plus 1.75% on idle USD once the balance clears $100 on an active account. Our pick if you want to own the shares: Just2Trade. For leveraged FX: Tickmill.
Both Just2Trade 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 Just2Trade if you want stronger regulation.
Choose Tickmill if you want lower fees, more account currencies, faster withdrawals.
- Just starting outTickmill· faster KYC
- Active tradingTickmill· lower fees, raw spreads, faster withdrawals
- Advanced / professionalJust2Trade· 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.