ADS Securities and Errante face off on regulation, costs, and platform choice. The edge hinges on who balances trust with accessible pricing and tools.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose ADS Securities if you want dual regulation by FSRA and FCA and a proprietary trading platform.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you prefer a $50 minimum deposit and 0.0 pip Pro ECN spreads.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 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 | Errante |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
ADS Securities rates 4.3/5 versus 3.8/5 for Errante. ADS Securities edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Errante 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.
Errante has $50, while ADS Securities requires at least $2000. This makes Errante more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ADS Securities and Errante 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.
Errante 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 Errante 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.
Errante charges $3 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 Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ADS Securities has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.50 pips for ADS Securities, reducing trading costs.
ADS Securities wins for dual FSRA and FCA regulation with segregated client funds.
Errante wins for active traders with 0.0 pip Pro ECN spreads and MT4/MT5.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
ADS Securities wins for platform choice with proprietary platform plus MT4/MT5.
Errante wins for beginners with $50 minimum deposit and negative balance protection.
ADS Securities wins for instrument variety with multi asset access including fixed income.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $2,000 | $50▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $3/lot |
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| N/A | 0.3 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 | FSA Seychelles CySEC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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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
CySEC (440/23) regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000
$50 minimum deposit on standard account
Pro ECN account: 0.0 pip raw spreads at $3/lot commission
MT4 and MT5 available
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
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
Small broker with limited balance sheet transparency
No cTrader, no TradingView integration
Research and educational content minimal
Non-EU clients on FSA Seychelles lighter framework
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
ADS Securities edges Errante overall, due to dual FSRA/FCA regulation and a proprietary platform alongside MT4/MT5.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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