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Trading Platforms

Find your route to the markets.

Compare brokers by market access, platform, costs and account requirements.

Start hereCompare Trading Platforms

Explore Interactive Brokers, Webull, Charles Schwab, FOREX.com and NinjaTrader.

 US tradersBest Forex Brokers for US Traders

Compare forex providers, platform choices and eligibility requirements.

 International onlyBest CFD Brokers — International Only

Explore IG, Pepperstone, CMC Markets, XTB and Plus500 CFDs. Not for US residents.

 US tradersBest Futures Brokers for US Traders

Compare commissions, market data, margins and futures trading platforms.
02
Gold & Precious Metals

Physical assets. Clearer choices.

Understand what you own, how you receive it and what it costs to hold.

Start hereCompare Gold & Precious Metals Platforms

Understand delivered bullion, vaulted ownership and the differences between platforms.

 Gold buyingBest Places to Buy Gold Online

Compare premiums, minimum orders, payment methods, delivery and storage.

 Silver buyingBest Places to Buy Silver Online

Explore coins, bars, delivery costs and vaulted silver options.

 StorageCompare Precious Metals Storage

Review ownership structure, vault locations, insurance, fees and withdrawal terms.
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Trading Tools

Build a workflow that fits you.

Explore the tools behind charting, research, journaling and strategy testing.

Start hereCompare Trading Tools

Find your starting point across TradingView, TrendSpider, Trade Ideas, Stock Rover and TradeZella.

 Charts & alertsBest Charting Platforms

Compare charting, alerts, market coverage and subscription costs.

 ResearchBest Stock Screeners & Research Tools

Understand real-time scanning, fundamental research, news and technical screening.

 Review & improveBest Trading Journals

Compare supported brokers, trade imports, analytics and everyday workflow.

 Strategy testingBest Backtesting Software

Understand coded strategy testing, no-code testing and manual replay.
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Explore TradingView for charts, watchlists, alerts and paper trading. Compare the features and data included in each plan before subscribing.

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A low advertised fee is only one part of the picture. Use our guides to frame the questions, then confirm current details directly with the provider.

  1. 01
    Start with the job you need done.

    Trading access, physical bullion, vaulted storage or research software? These solve different problems.

  2. 02
    Check the complete cost.

    Consider commissions, spreads, market data, subscriptions, delivery, storage and withdrawal terms where applicable.

  3. 03
    Confirm availability and the terms.

    Your location, account status and selected plan can affect what is available. Read the provider’s current terms before committing.

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Important information: Our content provides general information, not personal investment advice. Trading and investing involve risk of loss. Leveraged products can carry substantial risk; availability and protections vary by jurisdiction. CFD guides are for eligible international readers, not US residents. Precious metals prices fluctuate, and buying, storage and selling costs affect returns. Historical or simulated trading results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Provider features, fees and eligibility can change. Confirm current information directly. All provider names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.