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Choosing between TradeStation and Pacific Union depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. TradeStation is headquartered in Plantation, USA, while Pacific Union operates from Mahé, Seychelles. TradeStation has the longer track record, established in 1982, compared to Pacific Union which was founded in 2015. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
TradeStation
Pacific Union
TradeStation is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, TradeStation offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
TradeStation
3.8 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
TradeStation
$0 vs $20
TradeStation
WinnerPacific Union
TradeStation
Lower feesPacific Union
TradeStation holds licences from SEC, CFTC. Pacific Union is regulated by FSCA, FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto markets. TradeStation additionally covers Stocks. Pacific Union adds Cfd.
TradeStation supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Pacific Union offers MT4, MT5.
TradeStation requires no minimum deposit, while Pacific Union sets a minimum deposit of $20. This makes TradeStation accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores TradeStation at 3.80/5 and Pacific Union at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. TradeStation leads overall with a clear advantage.
TradeStation scores higher overall on our independent rating system. TradeStation holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Pacific Union's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
TradeStation offers spreads from 0 pips, while Pacific Union starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
TradeStation requires a minimum deposit of $0. Pacific Union requires $20.
TradeStation is regulated by SEC, CFTC, while Pacific Union holds licences from FSCA, FSA.
TradeStation supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Pacific Union supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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