Two brokers square off on cost, platform choice, and regulation. The matchup tests whether lower commissions or broader instrument coverage drives the edge.
Fusion Markets edges ACY Securities on the editorial score (4.2 vs 4.0).
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you want broad instrument coverage and TradingView integration.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want ultra-low commissions and no minimum deposit.
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 | 4.2/ 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 | Fusion 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 | 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 | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: ACY Securities rates 4/5 and Fusion Markets rates 4.2/5. Fusion Markets 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 Fusion Markets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, while ACY Securities requires at least $50. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and Fusion 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: Fusion Markets 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 Fusion 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.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 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 Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader.
Equally matched for safety and regulation, both maintain ASIC oversight and segregated client funds.
Fusion Markets wins for active traders with low ECN commissions and multiple platforms.
Fusion Markets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($4.5/lot).
ACY Securities wins for platform choice thanks to TradingView integration and MT4/MT5 support.
Fusion Markets is best for beginners due to no minimum deposit.
ACY Securities wins instrument variety with 2,200+ instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 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▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Melbourne, 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 | $4.5/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.45 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 cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | ASIC VFSC |
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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
Among the lowest ECN commissions globally at $4.50/lot round-turn
No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader
ASIC regulated with strong Australian broker infrastructure
ETF CFDs available at the same ultra-low commission rate
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
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
Smaller, newer broker (est. 2017) with limited global brand recognition
Limited research and educational content
VFSC license used for non-AU clients offers fewer protections
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
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