ACY Securities and Axi challenge traders with similar regulation and MT4 support, but differ in instrument breadth, compensation coverage, and regulatory reach.
The clearest differentiator is compensation coverage: Axi offers an investor compensation scheme, ACY does not.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want broad instrument access and TradingView integration.
Choose Axi if…
Choose Axi if you want no minimum deposit and investor compensation scheme.
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 | 4.1/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 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 | Axi |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 Axi rates 4.1/5. Axi 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 Axi start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Axi has no minimum deposit, while ACY Securities requires at least $50. This makes Axi more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and Axi hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Axi has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ACY Securities lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Axi lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both ACY Securities and Axi charge the same commission of $7 per lot on applicable accounts.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Axi supports DXtrade, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and TradingView. Axi has exclusive access to DXtrade.
Axi wins for safety and regulation due to FCA/DFSA oversight and an investor compensation scheme.
Axi wins for active traders with MT4 and EA-friendly features.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
ACY wins for platform choice with MT4, MT5 and TradingView integration.
Axi is best for beginners due to no minimum deposit and strong regulation.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 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 | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $7/lot |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | FCA ASIC DFSA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | DXtrade 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
No minimum deposit
Strong ASIC, FCA, and DFSA regulation
MT4-focused with excellent EA and algorithmic trading support
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
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
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
No MT5 or cTrader support
Pro account commission of $7/lot is above some ECN peers
Research and education tools are more limited than some peers
No proprietary platform
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