Axi and FXOpen go head to head on regulation, fees, and platform options. The tension centers on cost clarity and platform choice.
Axi and FXOpen are closely matched overall, with FXOpen offering the clearer cost edge through a $3/lot ECN commission.
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Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
Pros
No minimum deposit
Strong ASIC, FCA, and DFSA regulation
MT4-focused with excellent EA and algorithmic trading support
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Axi | FXOpen |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| 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: Axi rates 4.1/5 and FXOpen rates 4.2/5. FXOpen 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.
Both Axi and FXOpen start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Axi has no minimum deposit, while FXOpen requires at least $100. This makes Axi more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Axi and FXOpen 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.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Axi has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Axi lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while FXOpen 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.
FXOpen charges $3 per lot, lower than Axi's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Axi supports DXtrade, MetaTrader 4, while FXOpen supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Axi has exclusive access to DXtrade. FXOpen has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5.
Equally matched; both are regulated and segregate client funds.
FXOpen wins for active traders due to lower commissions and greater instrument variety.
FXOpen is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3/lot).
FXOpen offers MT4, MT5 and cTrader for broad platform choice.
FXOpen provides the broader instrument selection with 700 options.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2003 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $3/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.3 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC DFSA | FCA ASIC CySEC |
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| Platforms | DXtrade MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
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
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
FCA, CySEC, and ASIC triple regulation
$3 round-turn ECN commission, one of the lowest in retail forex
Early cTrader adopter with mature integration
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
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
Multilingual customer support
Cons
No MT5 or cTrader support
Pro account commission of $7/lot is above some ECN peers
Research and education tools are more limited than some peers
No proprietary platform
Cons
$100 minimum deposit on ECN accounts
Less brand recognition than larger competitors
Customer support coverage narrower than global tier-1 brokers
No proprietary platform
No phone support
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 4.1 / 5
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