Sorry to say that for both options and stocks, TradeKing's services/execution has been only sub par even if you campare it against deep discount brokers. It is getting uglier.
It's amazing to have so many new members trying this TradeKing at the same time..... Is it just coincidence ? ha!
I tried TradeKing...it really sucked....I sent in my money and tried to trade but the system is slow and the service is non existent...when i called to complain, this guy name Kimbo told me to shut the F#ck up and quit whinning like a girl....when i told him it was improper to treat me that way, he said he was "gonna send some pipe carrying mo-fo's down to my house to bust me up real slow" I've been in fear of my life ever since... ...Damn you TradeKing! Damn You!
I've actually had a pretty great experience with TradeKing. I'm new to options trading but they make it pretty easy. There's a pretty cool Profit/Loss calcualtor that helps me find my way through things. I've used their online chat help a few times and, while it's not lightning quick, at least it's a real person and it's still quicker than waiting for an email response or sitting on hold, which is what I get when I call any other place. All in all, I'm really pleased.
Sure it's great for you...there's no threats of physical violence..YET..the first time you complain, they will have your ass beat like an old carpet