Broker comparison

Activtrades vs.
Axi

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Activtrades has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to Axi (4.1/5). Activtrades offers 6 instrument types, while Axi offers 5. Activtrades has been in the market since 2001, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Activtrades offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (typical), while Axi offers EUR/USD from 0.4 pip (Pro) + $3.50 per lot per side, 1.2 pip (Standard).

FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support

Australian forex broker with copy trading and PsyQuation

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsActivTrader, MT4, MT5MT4, Axi Copy Trading App
Product typesForex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDsForex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelFrom 0.5 pips, no commissionFrom 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission (Pro), spread-based (Standard)
Minimum deposit0 €0 $
RegulationFCA/CSSFFCA/ASIC
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Platforms

Activtrades

ActivTrader, MT4, MT5

Axi

MT4, Axi Copy Trading App

Product types

Activtrades

Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDs

Axi

Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

Activtrades

No

Axi

No

Fee model

Activtrades

From 0.5 pips, no commission

Axi

From 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission (Pro), spread-based (Standard)

Minimum deposit

Activtrades

0 €

Axi

0 $

Regulation

Activtrades

FCA/CSSF

Axi

FCA/ASIC

More information

Activtrades

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

From 0.5 pips, no commission

Published fee
From 0.5 pips, no commission
Minimum deposit
0 €
Inactivity
€10/month after 6 months of inactivity
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From 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission (Pro), spread-based (Standard)

Published fee
From 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission (Pro), spread-based (Standard)
Minimum deposit
0 $
Inactivity
$10/month after 6 months of inactivity
See terms at provider

The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Product range

ForexIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsETFs CFDsBonds CFDs
ForexIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs

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Trading platforms

ActivTrader · MT4 · MT5

Activtrades offers the proprietary ActivTrader platform with intuitive operation, SmartOrder functionality, and advanced charting tools. MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are available for automated trading with Expert Advisors. The ActivTrader platform features innovative capabilities such as SmartOrder 2, which integrates advanced risk management tools directly into the chart. All platforms are available as desktop and web versions.

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MT4 · Axi Copy Trading App

Axi relies on MetaTrader 4 as its central trading platform with full support for Expert Advisors, custom indicators, and automated trading. The PsyQuation integration adds an AI-powered analysis layer that identifies trading patterns and provides improvement suggestions. The Axi Copy Trading App allows copying strategies of experienced traders. MT4 is available as desktop, web, and mobile versions.

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Regulation & security

FCA/CSSF

Regulatory information

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support

  • Award-winning customer service
  • Proprietary ActivTrader platform
  • No minimum deposit
  • Relatively small product selection
  • No real stocks

Australian forex broker with copy trading and PsyQuation

  • No minimum deposit
  • PsyQuation AI trading analytics
  • Copy trading available
  • Only MT4 available (no MT5)
  • Limited product range

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Activtrades oder Axi?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.

Activtrades4.2
  • Award-winning customer service
  • Proprietary ActivTrader platform
  • No minimum deposit
Axi4.1
  • No minimum deposit
  • PsyQuation AI trading analytics
  • Copy trading available
VS
  • Fees
  • Platform
  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Activtrades and Axi?
Activtrades: From 0.5 pips, no commission. Axi: From 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission (Pro), spread-based (Standard). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Activtrades or Axi?
Activtrades offers Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDs. Axi offers Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Activtrades and Axi regulated?
The broker profiles list FCA/CSSF for Activtrades and FCA/ASIC for Axi. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Activtrades or Axi better for beginners?
Activtrades lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers ActivTrader, MT4, MT5. Axi lists 0 $ and offers MT4, Axi Copy Trading App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Activtrades vs Axi: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Activtrades (4.2/5, 650 reviews) and Axi (4.1/5, 700 reviews) depends on your needs. Activtrades: FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support. Axi: Australian forex broker with copy trading and PsyQuation.
How do spreads compare between Activtrades and Axi?
Activtrades offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (typical). Axi offers EUR/USD from 0.4 pip (Pro) + $3.50 per lot per side, 1.2 pip (Standard). Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Do Activtrades or Axi charge an inactivity fee?
Activtrades: €10/month after 6 months of inactivity. Axi: $10/month after 6 months of inactivity.

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