At a Glance
Rates & Fees
Key Features
API-first, self-clearing broker built for developers and third-party trading apps (powers many algo-trading and options platforms)
Subscription pricing (Pro/Pro Plus) unlocks commission-free stock and options trading rather than per-trade fees
Full brokerage API access included on every plan for building custom trading tools and automated strategies
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open API lets traders build and automate their own trading tools and bots
- Pro Plus tier drops index-option costs to $0.10/contract, among the cheapest available
- No account minimum and paper trading available for strategy testing
Tradeoffs
- Commission-free trading requires a paid monthly subscription (Lite plan charges per trade)
- No fractional shares or crypto trading
- Thin consumer-facing research tools and mobile app compared to major brokers — built more for developers/algo traders
Best for: Developers, algo/API traders, and options traders who want low-cost subscription pricing and programmatic account access
How to Apply
Decide which account type fits your goal — Tradier Inc. offers Individual, Joint, Roth IRA, and more.
Have your Social Security number, employment information, and a funding source (bank account or transfer) ready.
Open the account directly on Tradier Inc.'s site or app; identity verification is required by federal law for all brokerages.
Fund the account with any amount — this broker has no minimum deposit requirement.
Review commission schedules and any account fees before placing your first trade.
How It Compares
Current product highlighted| Product | Stock Trades | Options Trades | Min. Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tradier Brokerage | $0.35/trade (Lite) or $0 with Pro/Pro Plus subscription | $0.35/contract (Lite); $0 for equity/ETF options with Pro ($10/mo) or Pro Plus ($35/mo); index options $0.35 (Lite/Pro) or $0.10 (Pro Plus) | $0 |
| Fidelity Investments | $0 | $0.65/contract | $0 |
| Charles Schwab | $0 | $0.65/contract | $0 |
| E*TRADE | $0 | $0.65/contract ($0.50 for 30+ trades/qtr) | $0 |
Fees and features shown are illustrative as of 2026 and subject to change — always confirm current terms directly with the broker before opening an account.