In this comparison, ACY Securities and FP Markets contend on regulation, pricing, and platform breadth across a wide instrument universe.
FP Markets edges ACY Securities on the editorial score (4.5/5 vs 4.0/5), due to stronger regulation and broader platform options.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want a low $50 minimum deposit and raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips with $7 per lot.
Choose FP Markets if…
Choose FP Markets if you want true ECN pricing from 0.0 pips with $6 per lot and access to IRESS for share CFDs.
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 | 4.5/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.6 / 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 | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
FP Markets rates 4.5/5 versus 4/5 for ACY Securities. FP Markets edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Both ACY Securities and FP Markets 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 FP Markets requires at least $100. This makes ACY Securities more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and FP Markets 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: ACY Securities requires a lower minimum deposit ($50), 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 FP Markets 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.
FP Markets 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 FP Markets supports cTrader, IRESS, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and TradingView and MetaTrader 4. FP Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and IRESS.
FP Markets has dual regulation from ASIC and CySEC with investor compensation.
FP Markets offers true ECN pricing and diverse platforms suited to active trading.
FP Markets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
FP Markets provides MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView and IRESS for extensive platform choice.
ACY Securities offers a low $50 minimum deposit for easier market entry.
FP Markets leads with about 10,000 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2005 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Sydney, Australia |
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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 | 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 cardSkrillNetellerPOLiPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPOLi |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | ASIC CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | cTrader IRESS MetaTrader 5 TradingView 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
True ECN pricing from 0.0 pips + $6 round-turn commission
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader, all three major platforms
IRESS platform for direct-access share CFD trading
Strong ASIC and CySEC regulation
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
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
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
IRESS platform has a monthly fee for lower-volume traders
Customer support primarily oriented toward Australian trading hours
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
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