Two brokers face off over regulation, pricing, and platform reach. Admirals offers wider regulation and instrument access, while MIFX emphasizes domestic Indonesian oversight.
Admirals leads on editorial score, edging out MIFX for regulation breadth and the larger instrument universe.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Admirals offers tighter spreads from 0.50 pips vs 1.50 pips for MIFX, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Pros
Extensive range of accounts including Zero, Trade, and Invest
Strong FCA and CySEC regulation covering EU and UK traders
High-quality educational content including live webinars
Zero account offers spreads from 0.5 pips with $6 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 | Admirals | MIFX |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | 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 | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
Admirals rates 4.3/5 versus 3.8/5 for MIFX. Admirals edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Admirals starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than MIFX's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
MIFX has $30, while Admirals requires at least $100. This makes MIFX more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Admirals holds top-tier regulation (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), providing stronger investor protections. MIFX may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: MIFX requires a lower minimum deposit ($30), lowering the barrier to entry, and Admirals provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Admirals lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while MIFX lists up to 100:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Admirals charges $6 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for MIFX are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Admirals supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while MIFX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Admirals has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5. MIFX has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Admirals wins for safety and regulation with FCA/ASIC/CySEC/KNF oversight and segregated client funds.
Admirals wins for active traders due to 8000 instruments and advanced charting tools.
Admirals is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.50 pips.
MIFX wins for platform choice with MT4 and a proprietary platform.
Admirals wins for beginners due to comprehensive education and clear pricing.
Admirals wins for instrument variety with 8000 available instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2001 | 2003 |
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| Headquarters | Tallinn, Estonia | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $30▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
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| 1.1 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 24 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC CySEC KNF | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
Over 20 years of operation as an Indonesian-licensed broker
Holds both BAPPEBTI and OJK licences, full domestic regulatory compliance
Supports local Indonesian bank transfers for deposits and withdrawals
IDR account denomination avoids currency conversion costs
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Cons
Platform-heavy, MT4 and MT5 only, no proprietary platform
Customer support quality varies by region
Not available to US clients
Inactivity fee applies
Cons
Only available to Indonesian residents, no international clients
Limited asset classes compared to international brokers
Leverage capped at 100:1 under BAPPEBTI rules
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
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Score 3.8 / 5
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