In a clash of regulation profiles and platform ecosystems, ACY Securities and Spreadex battle for trader appeal. Both offer strong tools, but their core approaches diverge.
ACY Securities and Spreadex are closely matched overall. The clearest differentiator is product scope and execution: ACY offers raw ECN spreads with MT4/MT5, Spreadex offers FCA-regulated spread betting with a proprietary platform.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
You should choose ACY Securities if you want MT4/MT5 access and raw ECN spreads from 0 pips with a $7/lot commission. You should choose Spreadex if you want FCA regulation and spread betting with a zero-minimum deposit on a proprietary platform.
Choose Spreadex if…
You should choose ACY Securities if you want MT4/MT5 access and raw ECN spreads from 0 pips with a $7/lot commission. You should choose Spreadex if you want FCA regulation and spread betting with a zero-minimum deposit on a proprietary platform.
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 Spreadex, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| 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 | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
ACY Securities and Spreadex share the same editorial score of 4/5. One concrete differentiator: Spreadex requires a lower minimum deposit.
ACY Securities starts from 0 pips, tighter than Spreadex's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Spreadex has no minimum deposit, while ACY Securities requires at least $50. This makes Spreadex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and Spreadex 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: Spreadex 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 Spreadex 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 Spreadex are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Spreadex supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView. Both provide TradingView. ACY Securities has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Spreadex has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Equally matched; both offer strong regulatory protections with FCA for Spreadex and ASIC plus Seychelles FSA for ACY.
ACY Securities edge for active traders due to MT4/MT5 access, raw ECN spreads, and higher leverage.
ACY Securities is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Spreadex wins platform choice thanks to a proprietary platform alongside TradingView integration.
Spreadex for beginners due to zero minimum deposit and investor compensation coverage.
Spreadex offers 10,000 markets, far more than ACY's 2,200.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2011 | 1999 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | No minimum▼ 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 | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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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 | FCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView |
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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
FCA-regulated (190941) UK spread betting on 10,000+ financial markets
TradingView integration for browser-based charting and order execution
UK capital gains tax-free profits on spread bets under current HMRC rules
Unique dual financial and sports spread betting from one FCA account
No minimum deposit and no commission on spread bets
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
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
UK residents only - no international client access
No MT4 or MT5 available
Research tools minimal
Not suitable for traders who need raw ECN execution
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
No 24/5 live chat
Support available in limited languages
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