Stable execution and clean platform, but a few small frictions

Name: Stable execution and clean platform, but a few small frictions
Item: Activtrades
Rating: 4
Author: Vikram Kumar

I’m Vikram from Hyderabad and I’ve been trading mostly major FX pairs and some gold. Overall my experience with this broker has been solid. Execution feels consistent during normal market hours and I haven’t seen random requotes on my side. The trading platform connection has also been stable for me, which matters because I manage trades on mobile when I’m not at my desk. Deposits were straightforward and credited without me chasing anyone. Withdrawals did arrive, but one of them took longer than I expected (it wasn’t stuck forever, just slower than the usual timeline). Support was polite and gave clear steps when I asked about account settings and fees, though I sometimes had to wait for the second reply to fully resolve the question. I’d rate it as a good all-round option for my style, with room to improve the withdrawal ETA communication and the speed of support follow-ups.

Experience: 6 months
Country: India
Account type: Standard
Deposit experience: 4/5
Withdrawal experience: 3/5
Support rating: 4/5

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Aarav MehtaUnverified

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Trading ok hai, but withdrawal updates slow

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