Two ASIC-regulated brokers clash on cost transparency and execution quality. ACY Securities offers broad instrument coverage; Global Prime emphasizes transparent execution with published reports.
Global Prime edges ACY Securities with a higher editorial score and stronger Trust & Regulation and Fees & Spreads.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
ACY Securities: Choose ACY Securities if you want a low $50 minimum deposit and access to 2,200+ instruments. You also gain TradingView integration for browser-based charting and multilingual support worldwide. Global Prime: Choose Global Prime if you prioritise transparent execution with quarterly reports. You also gain MT4 and cTrader access and true NDD execution with segregated funds.
Choose if…
ACY Securities: Choose ACY Securities if you want a low $50 minimum deposit and access to 2,200+ instruments. You also gain TradingView integration for browser-based charting and multilingual support worldwide. Global Prime: Choose Global Prime if you prioritise transparent execution with quarterly reports. You also gain MT4 and cTrader access and true NDD execution with segregated funds.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 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 | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 Global Prime rates 4.2/5. Global Prime 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 Global Prime 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 Global Prime requires at least $200. This makes ACY Securities more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and Global Prime 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 Global Prime 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 Global Prime charge the same commission of $7 per lot on applicable accounts.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Global Prime supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and TradingView. Global Prime has exclusive access to cTrader.
Global Prime wins for safety and regulation, with higher trust scores and published regulatory details.
Global Prime wins for active traders due to true NDD execution and quarterly reports.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
ACY Securities wins for platform choice thanks to TradingView integration and MT4/MT5 support.
ACY Securities is better for beginners due to the lower minimum deposit and multilingual support.
ACY Securities wins for instrument variety with 2,200+ instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2010 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $50▼ lower | $200 |
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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 cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit card |
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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 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
ASIC regulated with published quarterly execution quality reports
Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with $7 round-turn commission
True NDD execution, no internal position matching
MT4 and cTrader available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
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
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
$200 minimum deposit
Limited product range, forex and major CFD classes only
No proprietary platform or copy trading
No investor compensation scheme
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
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