This head-to-head pits Axi against NAGA on regulation, pricing, and platform choices, highlighting how instrument breadth and platform strategy shape value.
Axi and NAGA are closely matched overall, with the clearest gap in instrument breadth: NAGA offers 950 instruments versus Axi’s 220.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Axi offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.70 pips for NAGA, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.3 / 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 | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | Fail | 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: Axi rates 4.1/5 and NAGA rates 4/5. Axi 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.
Axi starts from 0 pips, tighter than NAGA's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Axi has no minimum deposit, while NAGA requires at least $50. This makes Axi more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Axi 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.
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 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.
Axi charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for NAGA are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Axi supports DXtrade, MetaTrader 4, while NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader. Axi has exclusive access to DXtrade and MetaTrader 4. NAGA has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and NAGA Trader.
Equally matched on regulation and client fund protection.
NAGA wins due to MT5 and the proprietary NAGA Trader platform.
Axi is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
NAGA wins for platform choice with MT5 and the proprietary NAGA Trader.
Axi wins for beginners with a $0 minimum deposit and no deposit fees.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2015 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Hamburg, Germany |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $50 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.7 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
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| 0.7 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 400:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC DFSA | FSCA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | DXtrade MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader |
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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
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
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
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
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 4 / 5
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