Two brokers with strong regulation and cost transparency collide in this comparison. The tension centers on regulation breadth, pricing models, and platform choices.
Vantage edges ACY Securities with a higher editorial score of 4.2 versus 4.0.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
ACY: Choose ACY Securities if you value a large instrument universe under ASIC regulation. You also get raw ECN spreads from 0 pips with a $7 round-turn commission. Vantage: Choose Vantage if you want multiple top-tier regulators including FCA and CIMA. You also gain copy trading and a proprietary platform.
Choose Vantage if…
ACY: Choose ACY Securities if you value a large instrument universe under ASIC regulation. You also get raw ECN spreads from 0 pips with a $7 round-turn commission. Vantage: Choose Vantage if you want multiple top-tier regulators including FCA and CIMA. You also gain copy trading and a proprietary platform.
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 | 4.3 / 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 | Vantage |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 |
The scores are close: ACY Securities rates 4/5 and Vantage rates 4.2/5. Vantage 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 Vantage start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Both ACY Securities and Vantage require a minimum deposit of $50 to open a live trading account.
Both ACY Securities and Vantage 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, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
ACY Securities lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Vantage lists up to 2000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Vantage 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 Vantage supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, DXtrade, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView. Vantage has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and DXtrade.
Vantage wins for safety & regulation with ASIC, FCA, and CIMA oversight.
Vantage wins for active traders with higher leverage and copy trading.
Vantage is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
Vantage wins for platform choice with a proprietary DXtrade platform in addition to MT4/MT5.
Vantage wins for beginners due to educational content and market analysis.
ACY wins for instrument variety with 2,200+ instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | $50 |
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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▲ higher | 2,000:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | FCA ASIC CIMA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile DXtrade 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
Low $50 minimum deposit
Copy trading via Vantage Social
Good educational content and market analysis
ASIC, FCA, and CIMA 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
Proprietary trading platform 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
Cayman Islands entity used for offshore clients offers fewer protections
Proprietary app is still maturing compared to MT4/MT5
Not available to US residents
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