ECN: raw spreads and commissions (e.g. 0 pip spread plus USD$10 commission = total cost USD$10) Standard: raw spread + 1.6 pip increase (e.g. 0 pip spread plus 1.6 pip = 1.6 pip) Many clients see our Standard account as a simpler alternative to the ECN as all fees are included in the spread. Those with particular trading styles, like scalpers and algorithmic traders, may enjoy the lower cost setup traditionally seen in our ECN account.