Two brokers, ACY Securities and AMarkets, clash over regulation strength, instrument breadth, and platform options, highlighting divergent value propositions for forex traders.
ACY Securities edges AMarkets on the editorial score, driven by ASIC regulation and broader instrument coverage (2,200+ vs 250).
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want ASIC regulation and broad instrument access plus raw ECN spreads.
Choose AMarkets if…
Choose AMarkets if you want MT4/MT5 and cTrader with a mature PAMM platform.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.4 / 5 |
Pros
2,200+ instruments including share CFDs and ETF CFDs
TradingView integration for browser-based chart execution
ASIC regulated with Tier 1 investor protections
Raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips at $7 round-turn commission
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ACY Securities | AMarkets |
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| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: ACY Securities rates 4/5 and AMarkets rates 3.8/5. ACY Securities has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Both ACY Securities and AMarkets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
ACY Securities has $50, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes ACY Securities more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
ACY Securities holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, FSA Seychelles), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
ACY Securities stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ACY Securities lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while AMarkets lists up to 3000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
AMarkets charges $6 per lot, lower than ACY Securities's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader.
ACY Securities wins for safety and regulation due to ASIC oversight and segregated funds.
AMarkets wins for active traders with 3,000:1 leverage and ECN trading.
AMarkets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
ACY Securities wins for platform choice due to TradingView integration alongside MT4/MT5.
ACY Securities wins for beginners due to ASIC regulation and client protections.
ACY Securities leads in instrument variety with 2,200+ assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2007 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
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| Min Deposit | $50▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $6/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 3,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | SVGFSA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Competitive $6 round-turn ECN commission
Mature PAMM platform with full performance transparency
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
$200 minimum for ECN Ultra account
Less established brand than IC Markets or Pepperstone in Australia
Limited proprietary tools
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Cons
SVG FSA registration only, no meaningful retail investor protection
No EU or Tier 1 licensed entity
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a risk amplifier
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
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