TrenchTrade

Review methodology

How TrenchTrade researches, compares and (where evidence allows) ranks trading platforms.

Evidence first

Every factual value in our tables links to a primary source with a check date. Values we have not confirmed are shown as 'Not verified' — never as 'No' or 'Free'.

Current reviews are documentation-based: we have not run hands-on tests, benchmarks or audits, and we say so on every review.

Ranking criteria

  • Documented functionality relevant to the use case.
  • Cost transparency — are fees, cashback and extra costs published?
  • Usability evidence (only once hands-on testing exists).
  • Platform transparency — docs, support channels, custody disclosures.
  • Relevant limitations and operational status.

No scores without evidence

While evidence is incomplete we publish qualitative comparisons and neutral ordering, with no numerical ratings and no 'best overall' winner. Affiliate commission never influences ordering.