TWS classic or mosaic poll

Discussion in 'Interactive Brokers' started by Maverick2608, Oct 27, 2023.

TWS classic or mosaic

Poll closed Oct 27, 2024.
  1. Classic

    12 vote(s)
    85.7%
  2. Mosaic

    2 vote(s)
    14.3%
  1. Which TWS do you prefer?
     
  2. ZBZB

    ZBZB

    You have the classic running at the same time as the charts don’t you?
     
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  3. Classic works for me. Happy to hear what ppl like better in mosaic.
     
  4. Have you tried the conditional orders? I was considering switching from tos for cheaper fees but haven't taken the time to test IKBR workstation. I find the layout quite messy... actually same with tos. There are so many features that are unnecessary imo and should just be stripped down.
     
    Last edited: Oct 27, 2023
  5. kmiklas

    kmiklas

    You need a few more options;

    3. Both… some features are specific to each UX. E.g., Bond Scanner in Classic, window layouts in Mosaic.
    4. Classic API
    5. REST API
    6. Web-based stuff
     
    Last edited: Oct 27, 2023
  6. ZBZB

    ZBZB

    I have four windows running at all times. Classic, charts, option trader and account management.
     
  7. I also use classic. However, I have been told that using mosaic you can have several accounts open at the same time.

    You can also do that using classic view, but it requires using older desktop fully downloaded versions for the additional accounts.
     
  8. destriero

    destriero

    Mosaic is garbage as none of the functionality could even standalone as a viable front end. IOW ppl tolerate it due to market access internationally or for OPM on a budget. IBKR is garbage. Running PM? Be prepared for an auto-liq of your box when quotes are stale and your utilization is 3% (true story). Running RegT? Be prepared to pay $5 for a $4 risk on a cs.