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Why we're different
Why traders choose Lightspeed
As one of the leading brokerage providers, we empower sophisticated traders to manage risk and maximize their performance.
Powerful trading platforms
Trade on trading platforms optimized for speed, reliability, and maximum performance.
Advanced order management
Access over 100 order routing destinations plus sophisticated order customization features.
Speed, performance and reliability
We pride ourselves on delivering consistently reliable and fast trade executions.
Exceptional customer support
You can rest assured you will receive the highest level of support.
Active Trader Commissions
Stocks & ETFs
Maximize your profits with discounted commissions. Active traders who meet monthly volume thresholds can qualify for deeply discounted commissions.
Per Share Rate
Monthly volume
$0.0010
Over 15 million shares
$0.0015
Over 6 million shares
$0.0020
Over 3 million shares
$0.0025
Over 1 million shares
$0.0035
Over 250,000 shares
$0.0045
Under 249,999 shares
*$1 minimum
Per Trade Rate
Monthly volume
$2.50
Over 10,000 trades
$2.75
Over 3,000 trades
$3.00
Over 1,500 trades
$3.50
Over 750 trades
$4.00
Over 250 trades
$4.50
Under 250 trades
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Lightspeed Trader is our flagship trading platform. It is the perfect solution for traders. We continually invest in the latest trading technologies to deliver real-time quotes and faster executions.
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"I am amazed at how quickly trades execute... I love Lightspeed. Executions are extremely fast... platform is very easy. Love hotkeys and buttons...."
John
Woodland Hills, CA
“Today was my first day on the Lightspeed platform from TDAmeritrade. This is the absolute best platform I have ever traded on. Executions were extremely fast with no lag. "
Rob
Santa Rosa, CA
"With all the extra volume and volatility we've seen recently, I know many brokers have had major problems with quotes and orders. Lightspeed has been flawless!
Shane
Rexburg, OH
"I've tried other trading platforms, and none compared to the setup and speed of Lightspeed Trader. The Lightspeed Trader platform is freaking awesome!!" Thank you!!
Mike
Ridgeland, MS
The testimonials may not represent the experience of other customers, and the testimonial is no guarantee of future performance or success.
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Active Trader Commissions: Active Trader rates are not automatically applied to any account and do not automatically adjust based on monthly volume. You must contact us to request any rate changes. Rebates will not be issued for past activity. All rates are subject to ongoing review and may be increased if the client fails to meet the trade/share thresholds listed above. All stock/ETF pricing listed on this page applies to listed equities only. Option pricing assumes customer priority status..
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