True ECN brokers should have narrow spreads. You can check this by picking a forex pair and comparing the spread with other ECN brokers. Additionally, the fast execution of trades is another indicator of an ECN broker. If you encounter any of these, the broker is quite likely to be a dealing desk broker. Dealing desks brokers also known as "market makers" create their own markets based on the underlying market. NDD No Dealing Desk brokers such asOcta act as intermediaries between the trader and the real market, and receive a defined and transparent commission for it. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Cent Account Forex BrokersMicro Account Forex BrokersPAMM Account Forex BrokersSwap Free Account Brokers mdash Fair Forex, https://help.fairforex.com/hc/en-us/articles/360043576571-What-does-TRUE-ECN-mean-