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Tickmill vs XTB 2026
A detailed head-to-head comparison of Tickmill and XTB across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and more.
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Tickmill vs XTB: Our Analysis
Overall Verdict
With an overall score of 82.8/100 vs 80.3/100, XTB is nearly identical to Tickmill by 2.5 points. Both brokers are closely matched, so your choice should come down to specific features that matter most to you.
Trading Costs
On the EUR/USD pair, Tickmill offers an average spread of 0.10 pips with a $6.00 round-turn commission, while XTB comes in at 0.92 pips commission-free. Tickmill offers tighter pricing on EUR/USD. Minimum deposit is $100 at Tickmill and $0 at XTB.
Regulation & Safety
Tickmill holds 5 regulatory licenses with a highest tier of Tier 1 (FCA, CySEC, DFSA), while XTB has 5 licenses at Tier 1 (FCA, KNF, CySEC). Both brokers are equally regulated.
Platform Comparison
Tickmill offers MT4, MT5, TradingView, Tickmill Trader — uniquely offering MT4, MT5, TradingView, Tickmill Trader which XTB does not have. XTB supports xStation 5, with exclusive access to xStation 5. Tickmill provides a wider platform selection.
Who Should Choose Which?
Tickmill suits cost-conscious traders, while XTB is better for beginners seeking education, traders who want advanced tools, traders who prioritize safety, traders wanting a wide instrument range. If copy trading matters, Tickmill has the edge. Both brokers offer demo accounts, so you can test each before committing real funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Based on our testing, XTB scores higher overall at 82.8/100 compared to Tickmill's 80.3/100. However, "better" depends on your priorities — Tickmill may be superior in specific categories like trading costs.
Tickmill offers tighter spreads with an average EUR/USD spread of 0.10 pips, compared to 0.92 pips at XTB. Check our detailed comparison table above for GBP/USD and USD/JPY spreads as well.
XTB scores higher for regulation and trust at 88/100, holding licenses from FCA, KNF, CySEC. Tickmill scores 82/100 with FCA, CySEC, DFSA.
For beginners, XTB is the stronger choice with an education and research score of 88/100. It offers structured trading courses, webinars, and a free demo account. Tickmill scores 68/100 for education.
Yes, there is no restriction on having accounts with both Tickmill and XTB simultaneously. Many experienced traders maintain accounts with multiple brokers to take advantage of each broker's strengths — for example, using one for its lower spreads on majors and another for its wider instrument range or better platform features.
Reviewed by
Neil CNeil C is a financial markets analyst and forex trading specialist with over 10 years of experience evaluating broker platforms, trading conditions, and regulatory frameworks. He has personally tested accounts with dozens of brokers and brings a data-driven methodology to every review.
Last updated: April 2026