There are two commission tiers at OptionsXpress. If you execute fewer than 35 options trades during a quarter, then you pay $1.50 for each contract, with a minimum fee per trade of $14.95. If you execute more than 35 options trades during a quarter, then you qualify for the “Active Trader” rate. Aside from options, equity trades are at a flat rate of $8.95, which is also the price paid by the Charles Schwab parent business. Also, thanks to Charles Schwab, 182 commission-free ETFs are produced accessible (via commission rebate). OptionsXpress also provides mutual funds, bonds, and trading futures. OptionsXpress doesn’t limit traders to a single type of trading, though. With the same account you can also trade ETFs, Futures, mutual funds, penny stocks and bonds. If you want help with your trading, the fee is $8.95.