In this side-by-side comparison, AMarkets and MIFX clash over regulation, fees, and platforms, each pulling in different directions.
AMarkets and MIFX are closely matched overall. The clearest differentiator is instrument variety, with AMarkets offering 250 instruments versus MIFX\'s 65.
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Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.50 pips for MIFX, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5▲ |
Pros
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Competitive $6 round-turn ECN commission
Mature PAMM platform with full performance transparency
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | MIFX |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Fail |
| 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
AMarkets and MIFX share the same editorial score of 3.8/5. One concrete differentiator: MIFX requires a lower minimum deposit.
AMarkets starts from 0 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 AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes MIFX more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
AMarkets is regulated by SVGFSA. MIFX is regulated by BAPPEBTI, OJK. Confirm a broker's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
For beginners, MIFX requires a lower minimum deposit ($30), lowering the barrier to entry. Both brokers otherwise share similar beginner-facing criteria in our data. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each brokers's site.
AMarkets lists maximum leverage of 3000:1, 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.
AMarkets charges $6 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for MIFX are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while MIFX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5. MIFX has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Equally matched; neither holds a top-tier license.
AMarkets leads for active traders with raw spreads and 3000:1 leverage.
AMarkets is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
AMarkets offers MT4, MT5, and cTrader, delivering platform versatility.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2003 |
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| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $30▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
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| 0.6 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 3,000:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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No deposit fees
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
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
SVG FSA registration only, no meaningful retail investor protection
No EU or Tier 1 licensed entity
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a risk amplifier
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
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
Score 3.8 / 5
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