Two regulators and two business models meet in this side-by-side look at ADS Securities and NAGA. The matchup weighs trust, costs, and platform options across a broad instrument range.
ADS Securities edges NAGA on the editorial score and regulatory depth with dual FSRA and FCA oversight. NAGA, by contrast, provides investor compensation and negative balance protection that ADS Securities does not.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ADS Securities if…
Choose ADS Securities for phone support and no inactivity fee.
Choose NAGA if…
Choose NAGA for investor compensation, negative balance protection, and 950 CFDs.
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 0.70 pips for NAGA, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 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 | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: ADS Securities rates 4.3/5 and NAGA rates 4/5. 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.
ADS Securities starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than NAGA's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
NAGA has $50, while ADS Securities requires at least $2000. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ADS Securities and NAGA 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.
NAGA 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 NAGA lists up to 400:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
ADS Securities supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader. Both provide MetaTrader 5. ADS Securities has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. NAGA has exclusive access to NAGA Trader.
ADS Securities earns the edge for safety and regulation with dual FSRA and FCA oversight.
NAGA wins for active traders with higher leverage up to 400:1 and broader instrument access.
ADS Securities is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.50 pips.
NAGA delivers platform variety with NAGA Trader alongside MT5 for versatile workflows.
NAGA is best for beginners with a $50 minimum and social tools.
NAGA offers broader instrument variety with 950 CFDs across asset classes.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 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 | 2015 |
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| Headquarters | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Hamburg, Germany |
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| Min Deposit | $2,000 | $50▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips▼ lower | 0.7 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 200:1 | 400:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 90 days) |
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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 | FSCA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader |
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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
BaFin and CySEC regulated, strong EU regulatory stack
NAGA Trader: purpose-built social trading with ranked auto-copy
950+ CFD instruments across multiple asset classes
MT5 available alongside proprietary platform
Client funds held in segregated accounts
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
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
Inactivity fee triggers after just 90 days
Spreads not competitive with ECN brokers
Copy trading performance dependent on community quality
No raw spread account option
No phone support
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