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Tastytrade

Founded 2017 Headquartered United States ✓ SEC · FINRA · NFA ★ 4.5/5

Tastytrade (formerly Tastyworks) is built for options and futures traders with capped commissions and integrated tastylive content.

✓ Pros
  • Capped options commissions ($10/leg max)
  • Options-focused platform
  • Free tastylive education
  • Futures from $0.75 per contract (micro)
✗ Cons
  • Not ideal for buy-and-hold
  • Limited research for stocks
  • Steep learning curve

Fees & costs

Min. deposit
€$0
Trading
$0 commissie voor aandelen en ETF's (clearing- en toezichtkosten komen erbij). Opties op aandelen/ETF's: $1/contract (max. $10 per leg) bij openen, $0 commissie bij sluiten, plus clearing- en toezichtkosten. Futures: $1/contract (micro $0,75) bij openen én sluiten. Opties op futures: $1,25 (standaard) / $0,75 (micro) per contract. Crypto: 1% van het bedrag (BTC/ETH 0,75%).
Stock fee
$0 commissie (+ clearing- en toezichtkosten)
Spread
N/A (options-focused, no spread markup)
Deposits
Free
Withdrawals
Free
Inactivity
None

Platforms & features

✓
Tastyworks Platform
Purpose-built platform for options and futures trading
✓
Mobile App
Full-featured iOS and Android trading apps
✓
Capped Commissions
Options on stocks and ETFs capped at $10 per leg to open, $0 commission to close
✓
tastylive Integration
Live trading shows and education integrated into platform
✓
Follow Feature
Copy trades from successful traders
✓
Crypto Trading
Trade Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies
✗
Paper Trading
Practice with virtual money

Who this fits best

✓ Options traders✓ Active traders✓ derivatives_traders

Note: not ideal for buy-and-hold.

Account opening steps

  1. 1.

    Start Application

    Visit tastytrade.com and click 'Open Account' to begin

  2. 2.

    Provide Information

    Enter your SSN, date of birth, and trading experience

  3. 3.

    Options Approval

    Request options trading approval based on your experience level

  4. 4.

    Fund Account

    Transfer funds via ACH or wire transfer

  5. 5.

    Start Trading

    Access the tastyworks platform and start trading options and futures

Editorial review

Tastytrade (voorheen Tastyworks) is een Amerikaans broker opgericht in 2017 en gereguleerd door de SEC, FINRA, NFA en CFTC. De broker is eigendom van IG Group (LSE-genoteerd) en is volledig gespecialiseerd op opties- en futureshandel. Aandelen en ETF's kosten $0 commissie per transactie; clearing- en toezichtkosten komen erbij. Opties kosten $1 per contract bij opening (gemaximeerd op $10 per leg); sluiten is gratis. Futures kosten $1 per contract en micro futures $0,75, zowel bij openen als bij sluiten; opties op futures kosten $1,25 per contract.

Het gemaximeerde optietarief is het onderscheidende kenmerk: bij opties op aandelen en ETF's is de commissie voor het openen maximaal $10 per leg, ook bij grote posities. Dit geldt niet voor indexopties of opties op futures. De integratie met het tastylive-medianetwerk — met live handelsprogramma's en educatie — maakt Tastytrade bij uitstek aantrekkelijk voor optiestudenten en traders die zich willen verdiepen in derivatenstrategie. De Follow-functie laat gebruikers trades van andere traders kopiëren.

Tastytrade is niet ingericht voor buy-and-hold-beleggers of langetermijnfondsenbeleggers. Onderzoekstools voor aandelen zijn beperkt. Er is geen papierhandel beschikbaar, wat de instap voor complete beginners bemoeilijkt. Tastytrade is het meest geschikt voor optie- en futurestraders die voorspelbare commissies willen combineren met handelseducatie.

Beschikbaarheid vanuit Nederland: Tastytrade biedt internationale accounts aan voor inwoners van een beperkt aantal landen. Of Nederland daarbij hoort, konden we niet bevestigen. Controleer dit bij Tastytrade voordat je je aanmeldt. Je kunt alleen in USD storten.

Frequently asked

What is Tastytrade's commission structure?
Tastytrade charges $1 per options contract to open (capped at $10 per leg for stock and ETF options), with closing trades at $0 commission. Stock and ETF trades are $0 commission, futures are $1 per contract (micro $0.75) and options on futures are $1.25 per contract. Clearing, exchange and regulatory fees apply on top.
Is Tastytrade the same as Tastyworks?
Yes, Tastyworks rebranded to Tastytrade in 2023 to align with the tastylive media brand. The platform and services remain the same.
What is tastylive?
tastylive (formerly tastytrade) is a free financial media network with live trading shows, educational content, and market analysis, all integrated into the Tastytrade platform.
Is Tastytrade good for beginners?
Tastytrade is best for traders who want to learn options trading. The platform has a learning curve, but tastylive provides extensive free education.
Does Tastytrade offer paper trading?
No, Tastytrade does not offer a paper trading or demo account. You need to trade with real money.
Can I open a Tastytrade account from the Netherlands?
Tastytrade offers international accounts only to residents of eligible countries and publishes the list in its help centre. We could not confirm that the Netherlands is on that list. Check with Tastytrade before you apply. Deposits are accepted in USD only.
Can I trade futures on Tastytrade?
Yes, Tastytrade offers futures trading at $1 per contract to open and to close ($0.75 for micro futures). Options on futures cost $1.25 per contract.
What makes Tastytrade different from other brokers?
Tastytrade is built specifically for options traders with a capped options commission, $0 commission on closing options trades, integrated education via tastylive, and a Follow feature to copy successful traders.

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