This comparison pits Saxo Bank against TMGM, focusing on regulation depth, instrument coverage, and pricing. The outcome hinges on which factors traders value most.
Saxo Bank edges TMGM on the editorial score, underpinned by broader instrument coverage and stronger regulation.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Saxo Bank if…
Choose Saxo Bank if you want a proprietary trading platform.
Choose TMGM if…
Choose Saxo Bank if you value investor compensation scheme coverage. Choose TMGM if you want raw spreads from 0 pips and MT4/MT5 support. Choose TMGM if you value access to 10,000+ instruments via IRESS DMA.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
TMGM offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Saxo Bank, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.7/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.9 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
Pros
Licensed bank (Denmark)
Best-in-class multi-asset platform
Tiered active-trader pricing
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
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 | Saxo Bank | 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Saxo Bank rates 4.7/5 versus 4/5 for TMGM. Saxo Bank edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
TMGM starts from 0 pips, tighter than Saxo Bank's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Saxo Bank has no minimum deposit, while TMGM requires at least $100. This makes Saxo Bank more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Saxo Bank 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: Saxo Bank 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.
Saxo Bank 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 Saxo Bank are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Saxo Bank supports SaxoTraderGO, Proprietary Web/Mobile, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Saxo Bank has exclusive access to SaxoTraderGO and Proprietary Web/Mobile. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Saxo Bank wins for safety & regulation, holding a Danish banking license and oversight by multiple top-tier authorities.
Saxo Bank is better for active traders due to tiered pricing and a deep platform toolkit.
TMGM is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
TMGM wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5 and IRESS DMA access.
Saxo Bank suits beginners with zero minimum deposit and strong support.
Saxo Bank leads instrument variety with about 71,000 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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| Founded | 1992 | 2013 |
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| Headquarters | Copenhagen, Denmark | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0.6 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 | $100/quarter (low-balance accounts) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | DFSA FCA JFSA MAS ASIC FINMA Finanstilsynet ACPR CNMV Finanstilsynet MFSA SFC Finansinspektionen CBI KNF CMA FSC | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | SaxoTraderGO Proprietary Web/Mobile | IRESS MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
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
Higher minimums on classic accounts than ECN brokers
No MT4 / MT5
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
No MetaTrader support
No 24/5 live chat
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
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