Independent broker researchIssue 027Vol. IV
027Vol. IVJuly 7, 2026
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Broker comparison

FXOpen vs Tickmill

FXOpen and Tickmill are a practical forex/CFD comparison for readers who want to compare regulator labels, funding thresholds and license-history context before opening a full review.

FXOpen

Current broker snapshot

Review
Rating
4.4 / 5
Minimum deposit
$1
Regulator labels
FCA, CySEC
Markets listed
Over 50 pairs of currency (major, minor and exotic currency pairs), Gold, silver, crude oil, and natural gas, CFDs on global indices like S&P 500, NASDAQ, and FTSE 100, Trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and other cryptocurrencies, CFDs on global equities from almost all major exchanges.
Editorial status
Editorial notice

Editorial notice

On 4 September 2024, ASIC cancelled the AFS Licence (AFSL 412871) of FXOpen AU Pty Ltd, citing inadequate human resources for delivering financial services and breaches of the 'key person' condition (ASIC media release 24-194MR; licence had been held since 12 December 2011). FXOpen AU applied for review with the Administrative Review Tribunal on 25 September 2024; the appeal process remains underway. FXOpen continues to operate under FCA UK (FXOpen Ltd, FRN 579202) and CySEC (FXOpen EU Ltd, CIF 194/13) authorisations. ASIC release: https://www.asic.gov.au/about-asic/news-centre/find-a-media-release/2024-releases/24-194mr-asic-cancels-afs-licence-of-retail-otc-derivative-issuer-fxopen-au/

Tickmill

Current broker snapshot

Review
Rating
4.4 / 5
Minimum deposit
$100
Regulator labels
CySE, FSA, FCA, DFSA UAE +3
Markets listed
Forex, Commodities, Share CFDs, ETFs, Indices +2
Editorial status
No current notice

How to read this comparison

The facts below come from InvestorTrip's current broker database and linked review pages. They are a screening aid, not a claim that a broker is available, cheaper or safer for every country, account type or legal entity.

Quick Take

FXOpen is listed with a $1 minimum deposit, FCA/CySEC regulator labels and a license-history editorial notice. Tickmill is listed with a $100 minimum deposit, forex/CFD-related markets and multiple regulator or protection labels in the current row.

Different Starting Questions

For FXOpen, start by reading the license-history notice and identifying the current entity that would serve your account. For Tickmill, start by mapping regulator labels and account terms to your country and product type.

Cost Verification

After entity checks, compare current spreads, commissions, swaps, funding fees and inactivity terms from broker documents. The database fields on this page should not be treated as live pricing evidence.

Verdict

FXOpen currently has the lower listed minimum deposit, while Tickmill has a broader market list in the current database. The better choice depends on entity verification, current costs, platform fit and whether FXOpen's license-history context affects your account route.