Two regulated brokers clash on risk protections, pricing transparency, and platform breadth. The tension centers on safety nets versus instrument variety.
ADS Securities and FxPro are closely matched overall. FxPro provides negative balance protection that ADS Securities does not.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ADS Securities if…
Choose ADS Securities if you value dual FCA and FSRA regulation and institutional-grade liquidity. Be prepared for the $2,000 minimum deposit and no negative balance protection.
Choose FxPro if…
Choose FxPro if you want access to MT4, MT5, cTrader, and the proprietary platform. You also get negative balance protection, investor compensation, and a $100 minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
ADS Securities offers tighter spreads from 0.50 pips vs 1.20 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 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 | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
ADS Securities and FxPro share the same editorial score of 4.3/5. One concrete differentiator: FxPro requires a lower minimum deposit.
ADS Securities starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than FxPro's 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
FxPro has $100, while ADS Securities requires at least $2000. This makes FxPro more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ADS Securities and FxPro 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.
FxPro 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 FxPro 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.
FxPro charges $7 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 FxPro supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. FxPro has exclusive access to cTrader.
FxPro edges safety and compensation with NB protection and investor compensation; ADS lacks NB and compensation.
FxPro wins for active traders due to broader instrument access and higher leverage.
ADS Securities is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.50 pips.
FxPro wins for platform choice with MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary platform.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2011 | 2006 |
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| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $2,000 | $100▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips▼ lower | 1.2 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
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| N/A | 1.9 pips |
| Max Leverage | 200:1 | 500:1▲ 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 | FSRA FCA | FCA FSCA CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | cTrader 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
Supports all four major platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary
Strong FCA and CySEC regulation
No dealing desk execution on raw accounts
Negative balance protection
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
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
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
Customer support can be slow during peak hours
FxPro Edge proprietary platform less feature-rich than MT4
Not available to US residents
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Score 4.3 / 5
Score 4.3 / 5
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