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SpeedTrader vs NinjaTrader

SpeedTrader or NinjaTrader – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare SpeedTrader and NinjaTrader in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

SpeedTrader vs NinjaTrader Comparison Table 2025
SpeedTrader	NinjaTrader

3	4.5
SpeedTrader is ranked #110 among UK brokers.	NinjaTrader is ranked #28 among UK brokers.
Review	Review
SpeedTrader is an online stock broker based in New York. Founded in 1999, the brokerage provides direct access trading software to experienced stock traders, with over 25 routing options. The broker is authorized by FINRA and SIPC, providing robust client protection.	NinjaTrader is a US-headquartered and regulated brokerage that specializes in futures trading. There are three pricing plans to suit different needs and budgets, as well as ultra-low margins on popular contracts. The brand's award-winning charting software and trading platform also offers a high-degree of customization and superb technical analysis features.
Pros
Access a range of US stocks, options, bonds and mutual funds, plus extended hours trading available from 4am to 8pm EST Two powerful platforms with level 1 price data, live news streams, advanced charting and more Heavily regulated in the US by FINRA, plus SIPC compensation coverage up to $500,000 Competitive fees at $0.0009 per share and $0.25 per options contract Reliable 24/7 customer support via live chat, telephone and email Multiple routing options Short selling aids	NinjaTrader continues to deliver comprehensive charting software for active traders with bespoke technical indicators and widgets NinjaTrader is a widely respected and award-winning futures broker and is heavily authorized by the NFA and CFTC Low fees are offered, with $50 trading margins & commissions from $.09 per micro contract Traders can get free platform access and trade simulation capabilities in the unlimited demo You can get thousands of add-ons and applications from developers in 150+ countries
Cons
Only US stocks available, with no forex, commodities or cryptos Not suitable for beginners with a $30,000 minimum deposit Mobile trading is limited to iPhone and iPad users Demo account valid for 14 days only $30 inactivity fee every quarter $35 withdrawal fee No APIs	There is a withdrawal fee on some funding methods The premium platform tools come with an extra charge Non forex and futures trading requires signing up with partner brokers
Awards
	2023 Benzinga Global Fintech Awards
FCA Regulated
No List of FCA Regulated Brokers	No List of FCA Regulated Brokers
Instruments
Stocks, options, bonds, mutual funds	Forex, Stocks, Options, Commodities, Futures, Crypto
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$30,000	$0
Payment Methods
Cheque Wire Transfer	ACH Transfer Cheque Debit Card Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
1 Share	0.01 Lots
Regulator
FINRA, SIPC	NFA, CFTC
Mobile Apps
Yes	iOS & Android
iOS App Rating
	3
Android App Rating
	3.2
Margin Trading
No	Yes
MetaTrader 4
No	No
MetaTrader 5
No	No
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
No	No
Autochartist
No	No
eSignal
No	Yes
Trading Central
No	No
STP Account
No	No
ECN Account
No	No
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	No
PAMM Account
No	No
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
No	No
Robo Advisor
No	No
Negative Balance Protection
No	No
Market Maker
No	No
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
No	Yes
Auto Trading
No	NinjaScript or via Automated Trading Interface
Copy Trading
No	No
Social Trading
No	No
Trade Signals
Yes	Yes
VPS Hosting
No	No
Tournaments
No	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
No	No
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	No
Inactivity Fee
	$25
Islamic Account
No	No
Account Currencies
	USD
Commodities
	Oil
Forex
	NinjaTraders supports the trading of popular currencies including the EUR/USD. The software also offers advanced features to streamline the trading experience, including complex order types like market if touched (MIT) and one cancels other (OCO).
Assets
	50+
GBPUSD Spread
	1.6
EURUSD Spread
	1.3
EURGBP Spread
	1.6
Cryptocurrency
	You can get exposure to micro Bitcoin futures through the CME Group’s centralized exchange, which is highly regulated by the US CFTC. Micro contracts allow you to trade a fractional size of one Bitcoin, giving you more risk control and order flexibility.
Spread
	Floating
Coins
	BTC
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No

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