About Us

The Option Stack is an independent review publication for options traders. We evaluate brokerage platforms on the criteria that actually matter to active traders: commissions, platform quality, options tools, order execution, and customer support. No fluff, no spec-sheet comparisons — just real trading experience.

Our Mission

Choosing the right broker is one of the highest-leverage decisions an options trader can make. A mediocre platform costs you money on every trade — in wider spreads, slower fills, and missing tools. Our mission is to give you an honest, detailed picture of each platform so you can trade on the best possible infrastructure.

Our Editorial Standards

Every broker reviewed on The Option Stack is evaluated against a consistent rubric:

• Options commissions and per-contract fees
• Platform quality on desktop and mobile
• Options-specific tools: chains, Greeks, strategy builders, P&L analysis
• Order types supported and execution quality
• Margin rates and account minimums
• Research, education, and screener tools
• Account opening process and funding speed
• Customer service quality and response time

Affiliate relationships do not affect ratings. If a broker charges high commissions or has a poor mobile app, we say so — regardless of what they pay us.

Our Methodology

Our team opens and funds test accounts at each broker we review. We execute real trades, test the options chain interface, and evaluate each platform across our full rubric. Reviews are updated when platforms release major updates, change pricing, or when we receive credible reader reports of changed quality.

Who We Are

The Option Stack is operated by an independent editorial team of active options traders and financial writers. We are not affiliated with any brokerage.

Not Financial Advice

Nothing on The Option Stack constitutes financial, investment, or tax advice. Trading options involves significant risk of loss. All content is for informational and educational purposes only. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Contact

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