This comparison pits ACY Securities against Capital.com, spotlighting regulation, platform strength, and pricing. The tension centers on platform capabilities and instrument breadth versus fee structure and protection.
Capital.com is the higher-rated editorially in this comparison, scoring 4.3 to ACY Securities' 4.0. Its stronger platforms/tools and broader instrument range explain the edge.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want MT4/MT5 access and TradingView charting. You also gain raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips with a $7/lot commission.
Choose Capital.com if…
Choose Capital.com if you prefer a proprietary web and mobile platform. You also benefit from zero commission trades and a low $20 minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
ACY Securities offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 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 | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: ACY Securities rates 4/5 and Capital.com rates 4.3/5. Capital.com 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.
ACY Securities starts from 0 pips, tighter than Capital.com's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Capital.com has $20, while ACY Securities requires at least $50. This makes Capital.com more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and Capital.com 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: Capital.com requires a lower minimum deposit ($20), lowering the barrier to entry, 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 Capital.com lists up to 30:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
ACY Securities charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Capital.com are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. ACY Securities has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and TradingView and MetaTrader 4. Capital.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Capital.com wins for safety & regulation due to FCA/CySEC/MAS oversight and investor compensation.
ACY Securities leads for active traders with MT4/MT5 access and raw spreads.
ACY Securities is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Capital.com wins for platform choice with a proprietary, feature-rich web/mobile platform.
Capital.com wins for beginners due to low minimum deposit and zero commissions.
Capital.com dominates instrument variety with 6,300 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2016 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | $20▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
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| 0.7 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 3 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPalApple PayGoogle Pay |
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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 MAS CySEC CMA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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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
Very low $20 minimum deposit
AI-powered pattern recognition built into proprietary platform
Zero commission on all trades
FCA, ASIC, CySEC, and MAS regulation
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
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
Proprietary platform only, no MT4 or MT5
Limited product range for advanced traders
No phone support
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
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