ACY Securities and TMGM compete on regulation, platform breadth, and market access. The outcome hinges on which access feature traders value most.
ACY Securities and TMGM are closely matched overall. TMGM's broader exchange access (15 vs 5) is the clearest differentiator shaping global stock reach.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose ACY Securities if…
Choose ACY Securities if you value ASIC regulation and ECN execution on share CFDs.
Choose TMGM if…
Choose TMGM if you require broader exchange access (15 exchanges) and 24/5 live chat support.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
Equally matched for safety and regulation.
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $50▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $7/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ACY Securities | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: ACY Securities rates 3.6/5 and TMGM rates 3.8/5. TMGM 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 ACY Securities and TMGM start from the same spread of 0. For stock trading, also compare per-trade or per-share commissions to determine the total cost per transaction.
ACY Securities has $50, while TMGM requires at least $100. This makes ACY Securities more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ACY Securities 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: ACY Securities requires a lower minimum deposit ($50), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ACY Securities lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while TMGM lists up to 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both ACY Securities and TMGM charge the same commission of $7 per trade on applicable accounts. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
ACY Securities supports MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. ACY Securities has exclusive access to TradingView. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS.
Neither ACY Securities nor TMGM is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
TMGM wins for active traders with DMA access via IRESS.
ACY Securities is better for beginners due to regulatory protections.
TMGM wins for global market access with broader exchange coverage.
Equally matched for low cost trading.
Equally matched for long-term investing since neither offers fractional shares or dividend reinvestment.
| 0.7 pips |
| 0.7 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSA Seychelles | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | IRESS MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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