The Top Low-Fee Trading Platforms for Active Traders in 2025

Active traders in 2025 face a landscape where execution speed and cost efficiency are paramount. The leading platforms—Interactive Brokers (IBKR Pro), Charles Schwab (thinkorswim), tastytrade, ETRADE (Power ETRADE), Webull, Fidelity (Active Trader Pro), Robinhood, and Public—are competing to deliver the most robust tools with the lowest fees.

Interactive Brokers stands out for its institutional-grade infrastructure, offering global market access and algorithmic trading capabilities. Charles Schwab’s thinkorswim platform remains a favorite for its advanced charting and backtesting features, while tastytrade caters to options traders with its streamlined interface.

Cost-conscious traders are flocking to Webull and Robinhood for commission-free equity trading, though critics argue their crypto offerings lack depth. Fidelity’s Active Trader Pro balances low fees with research resources, appealing to hybrid investors.