In this side-by-side comparison, ADS Securities and BDSwiss compete on regulation, cost, and platform access across retail and institutional segments.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
ADS Securities: Choose ADS Securities if you value dual FCA/FSRA regulation and institutional-grade liquidity. Expect a $2,000 minimum deposit and no investor compensation. BDSwiss: Choose BDSwiss if you want a low entry point with a $10 minimum deposit. You gain CySEC oversight with ICF compensation and negative balance protection.
Choose if…
ADS Securities: Choose ADS Securities if you value dual FCA/FSRA regulation and institutional-grade liquidity. Expect a $2,000 minimum deposit and no investor compensation. BDSwiss: Choose BDSwiss if you want a low entry point with a $10 minimum deposit. You gain CySEC oversight with ICF compensation and negative balance protection.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
Pros
FSRA (ADGM) and FCA dual regulation, institutional-grade UAE framework
Institutional prime brokerage liquidity for tight spreads
Multi-asset including equities and fixed income
FIX API available for algorithmic and professional clients
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ADS Securities | BDSwiss |
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| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | 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 | Pass | 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: ADS Securities rates 4.3/5 and BDSwiss rates 3.9/5. ADS Securities 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.
BDSwiss starts from 0 pips, tighter than ADS Securities's 0.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
BDSwiss has $10, while ADS Securities requires at least $2000. This makes BDSwiss more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ADS Securities and BDSwiss 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.
BDSwiss stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ADS Securities lists maximum leverage of 200:1, while BDSwiss 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.
BDSwiss charges $6 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ADS Securities are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
ADS Securities supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while BDSwiss supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4.
BDSwiss offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.50 pips for ADS Securities, reducing trading costs.
ADS Securities wins for safety and regulation with FSRA/FCA dual oversight and segregated client funds.
BDSwiss wins for active traders due to raw 0.0 pip spreads with $6/lot commission.
BDSwiss is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
ADS Securities leads platform choice with MT4/MT5, proprietary web/mobile, and FIX API.
BDSwiss wins for beginners with a $10 minimum deposit and negative balance protection.
BDSwiss wins for instrument variety with 250 instruments versus 200.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
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| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $2,000 | $10▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $6/lot |
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| N/A | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 200:1 | 30:1▲ higher |
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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 card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA FSRA | CySEC FSA Seychelles FSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
$10 minimum deposit (Classic account) - lowest among CySEC-regulated MT4/MT5 brokers
CySEC (199/13) regulation with ICF compensation scheme for EU clients
MT4, MT5, and proprietary WebTrader
Prime ECN account: raw 0.0 pip spreads at $6/lot commission
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
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
$2,000 minimum deposit, not accessible to entry-level retail traders
Primary focus on institutional and HNW clients; limited retail tools
Less suitable for traders seeking educational support or copy trading
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Cons
Classic account spreads (1.5-2.0 pips EUR/USD) wide for active traders
$1,000 minimum on the Prime ECN account
No cTrader or TradingView integration
Research tools are basic
ADS Securities edges BDSwiss on the overall score, driven by stronger FSRA/FCA regulation and segregated client funds.
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Score 3.9 / 5
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