Two brokers clash on regulation, costs and platforms. City Index leans on strong oversight and a broad toolset, TMGM highlights raw spreads and DMA access.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose City Index if you value an investor compensation scheme, a proprietary platform, and broad instrument coverage.
Choose if…
Choose TMGM if you want raw spreads with DMA access and multilingual Asian support.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
Pros
FCA-regulated since 1983, backed by Nasdaq-listed StoneX Group
13,500+ markets including UK spread betting
TradingView integration for chart-based order execution
EUR/USD from 0.5 pips, competitive for a spread-only desk
FSCS protection up to GBP 85,000 for UK clients
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | City Index | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: City Index rates 4.2/5 and TMGM rates 4/5. City Index 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.
TMGM starts from 0 pips, tighter than City Index's 0.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
City Index has no minimum deposit, while TMGM requires at least $100. This makes City Index more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both City Index and TMGM 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: City Index 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.
City Index lists maximum leverage of 30:1, while TMGM 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.
TMGM charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for City Index are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
City Index supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. City Index has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS and MetaTrader 5.
TMGM offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.50 pips for City Index, reducing trading costs.
City Index wins for safety and regulation with FCA/ASIC/MAS oversight and client fund segregation protections.
TMGM wins for active traders with raw spreads from 0 pips and up to 500:1 leverage.
TMGM is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
City Index suits beginners with $0 min deposit and robust protections.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
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| Founded | 1983 | 2013 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
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| N/A | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 30:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | $12/month (after 12 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FCA MAS | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView MetaTrader 4 | IRESS MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Pros
10,000+ instruments including real equities via IRESS DMA
ASIC regulated, Tier 1 Australian investor protections
ECN Edge account: raw spreads from 0.0 pips at $7 commission
Strong multilingual support for Asian clients
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
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
Cons
Inactivity fee after 12 months of no trading
Not available to US residents
Proprietary platform visual design lags behind IG and Saxo
Research depth weaker than IG's Reuters/Morningstar environment
No raw spread account option
Support available in limited languages
Cons
$100 minimum deposit on standard accounts
Less brand recognition than IC Markets or Pepperstone in Australia
IRESS DMA platform requires separate setup
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
City Index edges TMGM on regulatory depth, investor compensation, and market breadth, though TMGM offers raw spreads and higher leverage.
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