Just2Trade Overview

Just2Trade is an established European online discount broker offering its services to clients in more than 130 countries since 2016. They offer spreads and commissions reported to be competitive within the industry, as well as a broad array of trading platforms. In fact, Just2Trade offers a wider selection of platforms than many comparable brokers.

Their website is well-organized, with information readily accessible for prospective traders. Unlike some brokers, Just2Trade's account types are defined by the type of asset traded – forex, stocks and options, futures, or CFDs. They offer a few account types with differing market access, fees, and commissions.

The rest of this review will explore the offerings, accounts, and trading conditions available from Just2Trade in greater detail.

Regulations

Just2Trade is a brand owned and operated by Lime Trading (CY) Ltd. It operates under the oversight of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) and is authorized and regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) under license number 281/15.

Just2Trade is also a member of the Investor Compensation Fund. This level of regulation and membership in the Investor Compensation Fund provides a strong legal framework for trader protection.

Available Assets

Just2Trade offers clients access to a wide range of asset classes, including forex, precious metals, stocks, indices, energies, futures, options, and bonds. Their selection includes tens of thousands of individual assets. For example, they offer over 30,000 stocks and more than 90,000 option assets. Please note that full access to all assets is available on the MT5 account. The Standard and Forex ECN accounts primarily offer CFDs for forex, precious metals, and indices/energies.

These are the major asset classes available:

• Forex - over 60 pairs, with all the major pairs, many minor pairs, and even some exotic pairs.
• Shares – More than 30,000 including most of the largest global companies such as Apple, Tesla, and JPMorgan.
• Futures – a variety of indices, currencies, precious metals, energy, and several agricultural commodities.
• Options– Over 90,000 instruments are offered.
• Bonds – Eurobonds, along with corporate and other public issues.

Account Types

As mentioned above, Just2Trade's account structure differs from the tiered approach common among brokers. Their account types are primarily distinguished by market access. They offer three forex trading account types, as well as a demo account.

The Forex demo account at Just2Trade is designed for traders who are new to forex markets. It allows for practice trading without risking real funds, offering a way to become familiar with their trading conditions.

The next type offered is the Standard Forex account. This account features a minimum deposit amount of $100, no brokerage commission, and negative balance protection. Spreads start at 0.5 pips.

Those with some trading experience can opt for the Forex ECN account. This account focuses on tight spreads (starting at 0 pips) and faster execution, with a commission of $3 per lot or less. The minimum deposit for the Forex ECN account is $200.

Finally, for experienced traders, there's the MT5 Global account. This provides access to the MetaTrader 5 platform, spreads starting at 0 pips, and a commission of $2 or less. The minimum deposit for the MT5 account is $100.

All accounts offer the option of leverage (up to 1:500, if qualifying as a professional client) and the ability to trade not only currency but also precious metals, oil, and stocks.

Trading Platforms

Just2Trade offers an unusually wide selection of trading platforms compared to many online brokers. This includes the well-known MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms. Additionally, they offer the CQG Trading Platform (often used for futures and options trading), ROX Premium, Sterling Trader Pro, and Lightspeed Trader.

MetaTrader 4 - MetaTrader 4 is designed for trading operations and technical analysis in real-time across Forex, CFD, and Futures markets. It's known for its extensive charting tools and support for algorithmic trading. MetaTrader 4 is offered with Just2Trade's Standard, Forex ECN, and Forex ECN Pro accounts and can be used as a desktop, mobile, or web app.

MetaTrader 5 -MetaTrader 5 is a multi-asset trading platform supporting stocks, futures, forex, and CFDs. It offers single-window trading, advanced charting tools, and a depth of market feature. MetaTrader 5 is offered with Just2Trade's MT5 Global account and can be used as a desktop, mobile, or web app.

CQG Trading Platform - CQG offers access to over 40 global exchanges, providing market data and order routing for futures, options, and their combinations. CQG has been in operation for over 35 years. While the basic desktop CQG platform is free, there are charges for upgraded features and data packages. Just2Trade requires a $3,000 account minimum for trading with this platform.

ROX Premium - ROX Premium provides access to major US stock and options exchanges (NYSE, NASDAQ, CBOE) for market data and order routing. It also offers connectivity to key exchanges in Canada, Mexico, and Europe. Note that ROX Premium has monthly data fees.

Sterling Trader® Pro - SterlingTrader® Pro is a professional-grade trading platform designed for active traders. It offers high-speed execution, customizable interfaces, and a wide range of order routing options (including DMA, dark pools, market makers, etc.). Note that it's common among proprietary trading firms.

Lightspeed Trader - Lightspeed Trader is designed for professional traders who prioritize real-time market data, low latency execution, and advanced order types.

Banking

Just2Trade supports various deposit and withdrawal methods, including wire transfers, credit cards, PayPal, Skrill, and Neteller. Funding is immediate for most methods, with the exception of wire transfers. Withdrawals typically take 2-3 business days, though Skrill and PayPal may process within the same day, and credit card withdrawals can post within 5-10 minutes.

Customer Service

Just2Trade offers 24/7 customer service, which can be contacted via online chat, email, or telephone. This extended availability may be a benefit for traders who operate outside of standard business hours.

• Phone: +357 25 030 442
• Email: 24_support@just2trade.online

In Conclusion

Just2Trade's commission structure may be attractive to cost-conscious traders. They offer a wide range of assets, and their minimum deposit requirements are relatively low. Additionally, they provide a greater selection of trading platforms than many other brokers.

Traders may find reassurance in Just2Trade's established operating history and its regulation within the European Union.