•Independent broker researchIssue 019Vol. IV
№ 019Vol. IVMay 14, 2026
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Broker reviewLast reviewed · 14 May 2026

TIO Markets review

Discover TIO Markets, a leading broker offering commission-free forex and CFD trading with a focus on transparency, security, and innovative trading solutions.

By the InvestorTrip Editorial team
About the broker

Overview

Founded
2018
Quick scan

Strengths and watchouts

Strengths
  • Adequately regulated
  • MT4 and the MT5 available
  • First-time deposit bonus of up to 50%
  • Refund on bad trades
Watchouts
  • High commissions
  • Wide spreads
  • Limited tradable assets
Tier-1 register checks

Safety and regulation

In the UK-wide setup, TIO Markets contains authorization by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This shows how strictly clients' funds must adhere to every financial regulation, leading to a secure trading environment. Client funds are held in separate accounts with top-tier banks. Moreover, ensuring an extreme investor protection scheme is one of the FCA regulations, thus tightening the security around the client's funds.

Regulators on file
  • FCA
Risk warning

Between 70% and 85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with most regulated providers — the exact figure for any specific broker is published on that broker's own website. Consider whether you understand how these instruments work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.

What you can trade

Markets available

  • Forex
  • Metals
  • Energy
  • Stocks
  • Indices
  • Futures
  • CFDs
Min deposit and structure

Account types

AccountMin depositCommissionLeverage
Spread$01.21:1
Standard$00.61:1
VIP$00.41:1
VIP Black$00.41:1
What you pay

Fees and costs

They do vary; these are some of the samples:

Options
Absence of Trading Platform: Zero-fee offer from commission-free trading, starting if you prefer very thin ties from the new, current spreads beginning at 0.0 pips through its ECN option.
Commission-free
No Commission Being Trades: Customarily, commission-free trading on the dealers' specific account types.
Methodology

How we reviewed this broker

Each broker review documents the broker's claimed regulators, cross-references them against the public registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), and notes any divergence. Where a regulator has issued a public advisory, the URL is cited inline so a reader can verify it directly. Tradable instruments, account types, and fees are sourced from the broker's published disclosures or documented as unavailable. The full scoring methodology is public.

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From readers

Frequently asked questions

Is the broker regulated?
Of course, TIO Markets is licensed by the FCA in the United Kingdom, confirming a compliant, reliable, and secure trading environment.
Which trading platforms do you get?
TIO Markets will provide access to MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and mobile apps for iOS and Android.
What is the least amount of deposit that one can have to open an account?
Minimum deposits required for opening an account start at $50 for standard accounts.
What type of accounts does it have?
TIO Markets provide Standard, VIP, VIP Black, and also demo accounts for needs of different kinds of traders.
Which part of the fees and commissions takes up the largest percent?
There are spread fees and swap interest fees. Fees accrue within a flat monthly rate on VIP accounts. Commission is zeroed in almost all the accounts.
About How Much Leverage Existence?
For retail customers, the maximum leverage they may enjoy would be 1:200 on some stock.
Does TIO Markets Allow for Demo Accounts?
TIO Markets does allocate demo accounts with virtual bucks, encouraging traders to practice the strategies we discussed without taking any risk.
How Amenities for Customer Support Can Be Accessed?
In fact, it will still be great to use a chat or phone or email in the most preferred available time since that's the time right there when they offer their services at different levels.

Reviewed by the InvestorTrip Editorial team · Last updated 14 May 2026

Broker data documented from public sources: regulator registers (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BCC and others), the broker's own website, and IOSCO I-SCAN warnings where applicable. Information can change — verify current terms directly with the broker before depositing.