ThreeTrader has two account types. Raw Zero: spreads from 0, $4 commission per lot round turn (¥400). Pure Spread: spreads from 0.5 pips, no commission. Both have 1,000:1 maximum leverage, 0.01-lot minimum trades, ECN execution, EA trading, negative balance protection and a $100 minimum first deposit. Neither currently has a deposit bonus; both earn rewards points.
The two accounts
From ThreeTrader’s account comparison and FAQ, for ThreeTrader Global Ltd (VFSC 40430):
| Raw Zero | Pure Spread | |
|---|---|---|
| Spreads | From 0 | From 0.5 |
| Commission | $4 per lot round turn (¥400 on JPY accounts) | None (cost in the spread) |
| Max leverage | 1000:1 | 1000:1 |
| Minimum trade | 0.01 lots | 0.01 lots |
| Products | Forex, CFDs, metals, indices, commodities, crypto | Same |
| Execution | ECN | ECN |
| Server | NY4 | NY4 |
| EA trading | Yes | Yes |
| Negative balance protection | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum first deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Margin call / liquidation | 80% / 20% | 80% / 20% |
The FAQ also mentions MAM (multi-account manager) for money managers.
Cost comparison
ThreeTrader publishes only “from” spreads, so a precise comparison isn’t possible. What you can say from the published figures:
- On Raw Zero, $4 round turn per lot is 0.4 pips on EUR/USD (a pip is $10 per lot), added to the raw spread.
- Pure Spread starts at 0.5 pips with no commission; its typical spread will be wider than that.
If you trade often, Raw Zero’s fixed, known commission is easier to budget. If you trade rarely and want simple pricing, Pure Spread avoids commission lines on statements. See spread basics.
Bonus eligibility
There is no deposit bonus running. Both accounts earn points in the rewards programme (10 points per lot on FX and bullion). See ThreeTrader bonus.
Which one to pick
- Scalpers, day traders, EA users: Raw Zero. ThreeTrader itself pitches it at “scalpers, day traders, and other active traders”.
- Occasional traders who prefer no commission: Pure Spread.
- Unsure: open both. ThreeTrader allows multiple accounts, and you can switch type before your first deposit.
Leverage limits are the same for both: ThreeTrader leverage. Compare: ECN brokers. Back to the ThreeTrader review.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Raw Zero and Pure Spread?
ThreeTrader says Raw Zero shows the raw spreads it receives from banks and charges $4 per lot round turn, while Pure Spread is commission-free because it marks up the bank spreads.
Can I change my ThreeTrader account type?
Yes, before your first deposit. After depositing, you open a new account to try the other type.
Can I have more than one ThreeTrader account?
Yes. ThreeTrader allows multiple trading accounts; you request extra ones in the client area.
Does ThreeTrader offer a cent account?
No. Its account pages list only Raw Zero and Pure Spread.
