Two brokers compete on regulation, cost, and platform reach. The tension centers on instrument breadth and investor protections versus platform integration and compensation schemes.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want broad instrument coverage and ASIC regulation.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you value CySEC regulation with ICF compensation and Pro ECN 0.0 pip spreads at $3/lot.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 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 | Errante |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 Errante 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 Errante start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Both ACY Securities and Errante require a minimum deposit of $50 to open a live trading account.
Both ACY Securities and Errante 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, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
ACY Securities lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Errante 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.
Errante charges $3 per lot, lower than ACY Securities's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
ACY Securities supports TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
Errante wins for safety & regulation with CySEC regulation and ICF compensation.
ACY Securities offers 2200+ instruments and higher leverage, attracting active traders.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3/lot).
ACY Securities provides TradingView integration for browser-based charting.
Errante offers lower leverage and investor compensation, aiding risk management.
ACY Securities lists far more instruments than Errante.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | $50 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $3/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.3 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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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 | CySEC FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | TradingView MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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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
CySEC (440/23) regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000
$50 minimum deposit on standard account
Pro ECN account: 0.0 pip raw spreads at $3/lot commission
MT4 and MT5 available
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
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
Small broker with limited balance sheet transparency
No cTrader, no TradingView integration
Research and educational content minimal
Non-EU clients on FSA Seychelles lighter framework
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
ACY Securities edges Errante on editorial score due to broader instrument coverage and ASIC regulation.
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.8 / 5
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