ACY Securities and TMGM face off in the Australian broker arena, trading cost structures, platform options, and instrument breadth. The comparison tests which approach better fits different trader priorities.
ACY Securities and TMGM are closely matched across trust, fees, and platforms. The single differentiator is instrument breadth, with TMGM offering far more products.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you value a low $50 minimum deposit and broad instrument coverage. You also benefit from TradingView browser-based charting with MT4/MT5, and a clear ECN pricing structure, plus no deposit fees for smaller traders.
Choose TMGM if…
Choose TMGM if you want 12,000+ instruments, including DMA equities via IRESS. You also gain ASIC regulation and strong multilingual support for Asian clients, plus fast execution pathways and 24/5 live chat and a mobile trading app.
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 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 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 | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
ACY Securities and TMGM share the same editorial score of 4/5. One concrete differentiator: ACY Securities requires a lower minimum deposit.
Both ACY Securities and TMGM 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 TMGM requires at least $100. This makes ACY Securities more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities and TMGM 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 TMGM 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 TMGM charge the same commission of $7 per lot on applicable accounts.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS.
Equally matched.
TMGM wins for active traders due to 12,000+ instruments and DMA access via IRESS.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
TMGM wins with IRESS DMA plus MT4/MT5 versatility.
ACY Securities wins for beginners with a $50 minimum deposit.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 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 | 2013 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Melbourne, 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 | $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 cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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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 | IRESS 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
10,000+ instruments including real equities via IRESS DMA
ASIC regulated, Tier 1 Australian investor protections
ECN Edge account: raw spreads from 0.0 pips at $7 commission
Strong multilingual support for Asian clients
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
24/5 live chat support
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
$100 minimum deposit on standard accounts
Less brand recognition than IC Markets or Pepperstone in Australia
IRESS DMA platform requires separate setup
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 4 / 5
Score 4 / 5
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