What We Tested
- Account type: Innovative Liquidity Connector ($1,500 starting balance for test)
- Platform: cTrader Desktop
- Trading period: 3 months, 65 trades executed
- Pairs tested: EURUSD, Crypto CFDs
- Withdrawal tests: 2 successful (Skrill, Bank Wire)
- Support tests: 3 inquiries via live chat
We checked whether the raw spreads are real and what the commission adds up to. Getting in cost us a fair sum.
Regulation & Safety
TradeView answers to CIMA, which asks less of a broker than a tier-1 regulator does:
- CIMA (Cayman Islands) – Tier-3 regulator. Someone is watching, but there is little cover if the money goes.
How licences work and what offshore routing changes: Offshore Brokers: Jurisdiction Risk · How Regulated Brokers Scam Legally
Spreads & Execution
| Pair/Asset | ILC Raw Avg Spread | Commission (ILC) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USD | 0.2 pips | $7.00/lot RT | Average ECN commission |
| GBP/USD | 0.4 pips | $7.00/lot RT | Average ECN commission |
| XAU/USD (Gold) | 15 pips | $7.00/lot RT | Competitive raw pricing |
ILC (Innovative Liquidity Connector) account offers raw spreads with commission ($7 RT).
Execution Model and Quality
- Execution Model: ECN/STP (No Dealing Desk)
- Commission Cost: $7.00 RT per lot (Average/High)
- Speed: Fast enough to day trade.
Fills are clean and steady, the way an NDD broker should be. What sinks it is the commission — you pay more here than elsewhere.
What sits behind these execution numbers: Slippage and Latency · Anatomy of an Order · Trading terms glossary
High Minimum Deposit ($1,000)
TradeView imposes a high entry barrier that is no longer competitive in the retail ECN market:
- Barrier to Entry: $1,000 minimum deposit discourages beginners and small accounts.
- Lack of Value: Tier-1 regulated ECN brokers often charge lower commission and fill faster. IC Markets does it on a $200 minimum deposit.
The $1,000 minimum deposit does not unlock premium execution or lower fees, making it an unnecessary hurdle for most traders.
Account Types & Fees
Raw-spread account
- Min deposit: $1,000
- Spreads: From 0.0 pips (avg 0.2 pips)
- Commission: $7.00/lot RT
- Best for: Experienced traders requiring high minimums.
Other Fees
- Deposit fees: $0 (all methods)
- Withdrawal fees: $0 (all methods, generally).
- Inactivity fee: None
- Swap rates: Standard overnight financing applies; Islamic accounts available.
Deposits & Withdrawals (Tested)
The usual ways to pay in work, and mostly cost nothing:
| Method | Amount | Processing Time | Fees | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Card/Debit Card | $500 | 1 business day | $0 | Broker covers fees. |
| Bank Wire | $1,000 | 3-5 business days | $0 | External fees may apply. |
| Skrill/Neteller | $200 | Same day (4 hours) | $0 | Fastest methods tested. |
How payout problems start at weaker brokers: Withdrawal Blocking Patterns
Platforms & Tools
- MetaTrader 4 & 5 (MT4/MT5): Full support for EAs and custom indicators.
- cTrader: Professional ECN platform with depth of market.
Our Take: MT4, MT5 and cTrader are all here, which is what an ECN trader wants.
Customer Support (Tested)
Support answers 24/5, in several languages:
- Live Chat: 24/5, responsiveness is average.
- Quality: Customer service is functional but often relies on generic compliance answers.
Support does its job. It does not explain why entry costs $1,000.
PROS
- MT4/MT5/cTrader platform variety.
- Clean ECN execution and low raw spreads.
- Zero deposit/withdrawal fees.
CONS
- High minimum deposit ($1,000).
- Primary regulation is Tier-3 (CIMA) - weak oversight.
- Commission on ILC Account ($7.00 RT) is average, not industry low.
- Lack of competitive advantage over Tier-1 regulated brokers.
Who Is Tradeview For?
- Great fit: Traders who must use a CIMA regulated entity due to geographic restrictions.
- Not ideal: Anyone prioritizing Tier-1 safety (FCA/ASIC), or any trader with under $1,000 capital. Use IC Markets or Pepperstone instead.
Final Verdict
TradeView offers reliable ECN execution and good platform variety (MT4/MT5/cTrader). Two factors severely undermine the value proposition. A high $1,000 minimum deposit, and weak Tier-3 CIMA regulation.
The $7.00 RT commission is average and fails to compete with low-cost leaders. For this price, traders should expect Tier-1 regulation.
The high barrier to entry combined with weak oversight places TradeView in the 'Below Average' category.
How this score is calculated: Our testing methodology
