MB Trading is a direct access brokerage firm that develops and markets sophisticated yet simple direct access trading technology to online investors. Accepted in the industry as the future of online brokerage, Direct Access Technology allows investors to bypass the middleman and trade directly to the NASDAQ, NYSE and AMEX markets.


Based in El Segundo, California, MB Trading was founded in 1999 by Ross Ditlove and institutional broker Steve Demarest. Ditlove and Demarest sensed a growing frustration among active online traders of traditional web-based brokers because of delays in trade executions, frequent system failures and poor customer support. To provide better service, MB Trading built a company that provides high-end technology products encompassing fast executions, low-cost commissions and unmatched customer service.

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2007-05-29

- Barry, Texas

A broker that gives what they promise. If you want to hedge you will need two accounts or use different pairs. The platform offers useful options, but takes a little work to get used too. The high point for me is being able to scale in or out of a trade with one click instead of entering lots of data over and over. They have always taken the time to explain any questions I have had and there security is top rate. Have been using them for a year.
2007-05-26

- Marie, California

MB Trading seems to be fair, fast and reliable
2007-05-25

- carlos, sacramento ca

I have been with MB for a month trading live and was using the demo for 2 months prior to that. I agree with J and Craig with their analysis below. I really like their features of the software but most of all the fills are what I care about and they are excellent. Two thumbs up and they rock! I find the plus orders are a great feature. I use the market + TTO the most and helps me when I can't be in front of my computer at all times. I will continue to use them as long as they keep the quality at the same level as I have enjoyed in the past month. I give the highest rating to MB. It is well deserved.
2007-05-24

- Lou, Denton TX

Finally a firm that gets it. I have written an automated program (pivot reversals) to their SDK and it works like a dream. Their API was easy to write to and Phil who oversees the SDK was great to work with. I tried with others and they don't come close to MB. The results have been exactly what I was expecting and hoping for. The executions are fast and I am pleased with the tight spreads. This firm is light years ahead of others in the same space. I suggest you give them a serious look if you want to be with a good forex broker.
2007-05-11

- J, New Jersey, USA

I have used MBTrader for almost 2 months now. They're one of the best. But you MUST know how to operate with them because working with their platform is for for pros only. You have to know what you're doing. They're not a broker and they don't operate a deal desk. Orders are routed directly through them to the banks. As a result, don't expect to be able to complain about a bad fill because they don't screw with you and have no interest in doing that. I found them when searching for a broker that had the tightest pip spread on the GBP/JPY without having to fund an account with over $50,000 for an institutional acct. They have a variable spread so the prices are what's truly offered - tight during normal conditions and volitile during news conditions (but unlike a borker, not widened to a fixed point). I've discovered that they're great for news trading - the fills and execution has been great. Just be careful with market orders - you must use a limit order. The platform is a little buggy and sometimes does crash - even during news times (however all I've had to do is close it and re-open it and it's fine). So all in all I give them two thumbs up.
2007-05-11

- Michael F, Houston, TX

I open account with MB Trading 6 months ago and I have never had a problem with, their platform seemed very simple and use and execute trades and the best part is their small spreads. two thumbs up...
2007-05-10

- Anna, Houston

I opened an account with MB 5 months ago and I think I found the best company to trade with. I have had 3 other brokers before but this seriously the best so far. I trade actively and I have not had one problem with my fills. I even get improvements on my price limits sometimes. If you trade, do you should be trading with MB so you don't get screwed like I used to with some of these other companies that trade against you and requote you at the worst times. Same for stop orders. I have only positive things to say about MB.
2007-05-05

- Rick Kraai, Portland, Oregon

I had a live account with them that lasted 1 week. Shortest time I have ever had for being with a broker. The commission kills you if you are a scalper. If you trade the news such as I, the fills and slippage leaves a LOT to be desired. One trade had a 40 pip move on it. Had a slippage of 30 pips by the time I was filled! Plus if your like me, I love trading the GBP/USD pair. Why pay 4-7 pips when alomst every one else has it at 3?
2007-05-05

- Gavin, Australia

I have been with them for about 3 months and see ok so far,spreads usually ok and fills usually ok
2007-05-04

- Craig Alan, Minnesota

I have been trading live with MBT for about a month. Once I learned their platform, I grew to love the features. I am BETTER at trading live with them than I ever was at trading demo with the bucket shops, and that is just freaky to me!! I get instant fills and the spread stays the same. I am so thankful for MB Trading. I have recommended them to everyone I know, and will continue to do so. MB Trading, YOU ROCK!!!