Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
quantfury vs TradeStation
What sets them apart
| Compare |  quantfury |  TradeStation |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Futures, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Crypto, Bonds, FundsCovers more |
| Regulators | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Securities Commission of The Bahamas, SEC and FINRA, Financial Superintendence of Colombia (SFC) | SIPC |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Platforms | Web Platform, Mobile App | TradeStation desktop, Web, Mobile |
| Interest on cash | 4.5%Higher | 0.15% |
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $10 |
| Currency conversion fee | Not confirmed | 0.5% |
| Margin rate | 0% | Not confirmed |
| Options contract fee | Not confirmed | $0.50 |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | free deposits |
| Account types | Not confirmed | IRA, Joint, Corporate |
| Maximum retail leverage | 20x trading power | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Stock trade fee ($0).
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Key differences
- quantfury scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Regulators: only quantfury offers Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Securities Commission of The Bahamas, SEC and FINRA.
- Regulators: only TradeStation offers SIPC.
- Founded is lower at TradeStation: 1982 vs 2017.
- quantfury is licensed in 3 more countries.
- Markets: only TradeStation offers Options, Bonds, Funds.
- Platforms: only quantfury offers Web Platform, Mobile App.
- Platforms: only TradeStation offers TradeStation desktop, Web, Mobile.
- Interest on cash is higher at quantfury: 4.5% vs 0.15%.
- Support channels: only TradeStation offers Email, Chat, Phone.
Our verdict on each
quantfury
Quantfury suits traders who want commission-free dealing across stocks, ETFs, forex, futures and crypto, and who are happy to self-serve. The stock trade fee is $0 and the account fee is $0, both of which rank at the top of our data.
TradeStation
TradeStation suits experienced traders who want one account spanning stocks, options, futures and forex, and it is headed in the US. Stock trades cost $0, options run $0.50 a contract, deposits are free deposits, and an inactivity fee of $10 applies to dormant accounts.
Score breakdown
| Area | quantfury | TradeStation |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5Higher | 9.2Stock trades cost $0, deposits are free deposits and inactivity costs $10. |
| Offer | 9.1Commission-free model, stock trade fee of $0 and account fee of $0 | 9.4HigherOne account spans stocks, etfs and forex with ira, joint and corporate accounts and TradeStation desktop, web and mobile. |
| Trust | 9.1 | 9.2Higher |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | quantfury | TradeStation |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 77 of 471 | 104 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 32 of 147 | 44 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 30 of 145 | 42 of 145 |
| Futures trading platforms | 20 of 82 | 26 of 82 |
If neither fits
Nexo has interest on cash at 13%, against 4.5% for quantfury and 0.15% for TradeStation.
Nexo reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | quantfury | TradeStation |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Mobile app | Crypto, Fractional shares, Options, Futures, Mobile appCovers more |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Commission free, Low feesCovers more |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Experienced, Day traders |
| Legal entity | Quantfury Trading UK Limited | TRADESTATION SECURITIES INC |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | 2017 | 1982Lower |
| Support channels | Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | quantfury | TradeStation | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $0below the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | $0at the median | $0 |
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $10above the median | $0 |
| Currency conversion fee | Not confirmed | 0.5%above the median | 0.45% |
| Margin rate | 0%lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 8.75% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
quantfury
Pros
- Stock trade fee of $0 ranks 1 of 161 brands in our data
- Account fee of $0 ranks 1 of 138 brands on our data
- Commission-free model on commission free for stocks, ETFs, forex, futures and crypto
Cons
- Support runs on help centre only, so questions about money and positions go through articles rather than a live team
- Margin is charged at 0%, but leverage up to 20x trading power magnifies how fast a losing position can grow
- The market list in stocks, etfs and forex stops short of the CFD and metal ranges that peers such as eToro and Vantage carry
TradeStation
Pros
- One login covers stocks, etfs and forex, so equities, derivatives and bonds trade side by side without extra logins.
- Stock trades cost $0 and deposits are free deposits, so there is nothing extra to fund the account.
- Platforms run from TradeStation desktop, web and mobile, so charts and order tickets travel with you between desk and phone.
Cons
- An inactivity fee of $10 applies, so a dormant balance keeps being charged rather than left alone.
- Options contracts are charged at $0.50 each, even though the equity model is listed as commission free and low fees.
- Currency conversion costs 0.5%, so trading across currencies adds a cut to the trade price.
Who each suits
quantfury
Who it suits
- Traders who pay a commission per trade elsewhere and want that cost gone
- Investors who keep cash on the platform and want it to earn 4.5%
- Crypto holders who want spot, not leveraged derivatives, alongside equities
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs a human support line, since support runs on help centre
- Forex traders who need metals or CFDs, missing from stocks, etfs and forex
TradeStation
Who it suits
- Experienced traders who already know which markets they want to reach and trade them often
- Day traders who need desktop, web and mobile order entry on one and the same account
- Retirement savers who want one account that also carries options, futures and forex markets
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who trade a single asset class: CFI covers stocks, etfs and forex and stops short of the bonds and funds here
- Readers who prefer the eToro route, where stocks, etfs and forex leaves out the bond and fund side of this account
- Readers who want a published entry threshold: Vantage lists a minimum deposit of $5 against the $0 here
Country by country
| Country | quantfury | TradeStation |
|---|---|---|
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
quantfury
What does it cost to trade stocks on Quantfury?+
The stock trade fee is $0 and the account fee is $0, under a commission-free model. In our data the trade fee ranks 1 of 161 brands and the account fee 1 of 138. Uninvested cash earns 4.5%, so holding a balance is not a drag.
Is my money protected if Quantfury fails?+
UK clients are covered by the Financial Conduct Authority licence 577611 and sit under the FSCS, with investor protection of FSCS up to GBP 85,000. Clients in the Bahamas, the US and Colombia are covered under their own regulators instead, under SIA-F204, CRD#: 318437/SEC#: 8-70934 and Resolution 2287 of 2024.
TradeStation
How much does TradeStation charge to buy shares?+
Stock trades are commission free at $0, and options are charged separately at $0.50 per contract. Currency conversion costs 0.5%, while deposits are free deposits, so the everyday cost of trading sits in the currency line rather than the share price.
Is my money protected at TradeStation?+
TradeStation sits under SIPC in the US, with investor protection of SIPC up to USD 500,000 and a member reference of SIPC member 48711. That cover applies to securities held if the firm fails, not to losses on a falling position.
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