| Feature | Deriv | Axi |
|---|---|---|
| Year Established | 1999 | 2007 |
| Headquarters | Malta | Australia |
| Regulation | MFSA, LFSA, BVIFSC, VFSC, FSC, SVGFSA | FCA, ASIC, FMA, DFSA, SVGFSA |
| Trading Platforms | Deriv Trader, Deriv X, Deriv Go, MT5, cTrader, TradingView | MT4, Axi Copy Trading, AutoChartist |
| Available Instruments | CFDs, Multipliers, Accumulators, Synthetic Indices, Forex, Stocks, Options, Commodities, ETFs | CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Crypto |
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $0 |
| Leverage | Fixed (varies by instrument) | Up to 1:500 |
| Spreads | From 0.1 pips | From 0.4 pips |
| Commission | Varies by account type | $6 per round lot (Forex) |
| Deposit Methods | Neteller, Visa, Skrill, WebMoney, FasaPay, Perfect Money, Diners Club, Banxa, Paytrust, Wire Transfer, Mastercard, Credit Card, JCB Card, Sticpay, Trustly, Volet, Paysafecard, AstroPay, Maestro, Airtm, Boleto, JetonCash, Przelewy24, Bitcoin Payments, PIX Payment, Airtel, M-Pesa | Neteller, Skrill, Credit Card, Debit Card, Visa, Mastercard, JCB Card, Wire Transfer, FasaPay, PIX Payment, Maestro, Boleto, Giropay, Sofort, POLi, BPAY, iDeal, Alipay, Airtel |
| Withdrawal Methods | Same as deposit methods | Same as deposit methods |
| Trading Tools | VPS hosting, API trading, cTrader Copy | PsyQuation, Axi Select, VPS hosting, API trading |
| Educational Resources | Deriv Academy, Blog | Axi Academy, eBooks, Video Tutorials, Interactive Quizzes |
| Customer Support | 24/7 Live Support, Phone Support, Online | 24/7 Live Support, Phone Support, Online |
| Awards | Most Trusted Broker 2024 - Ultimate Fintech Global Awards, Best Trading Experience LATAM 2024 - Ultimate Fintech Global Awards, Best LATAM Region Broker 2024 - Ultimate Fintech Global Awards, Best Customer Service 2024 - Global Forex Awards | Best Forex Provider 2023 – Online Money Awards, Best MT4 Provider UK 2022 – International Business Magazine Awards, Best CFD Provider 2022 – Shares Awards, Best CFD Provider 2021 – Shares Awards, Most Transparent Forex Broker (Middle East) 2021 - Global Forex Awards, Best EMEA Region Broker 2020 - ADVFN International Financial Awards |
| Account Types | Standard, Financial STP, Synthetic, Financial, Financial STP, Deriv X Account | Standard, Pro, Elite, Islamic (Swap-free) |
| Account Base Currencies | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, BTC, ETH, LTC | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, SGD, CHF, HKD, JPY, NZD, CAD |
| Order Execution Speed | < 1 millisecond | < 1 millisecond |
| Algo Trading Support | DTrader Bot, DBot, Binary Bot, API | MT4 EAs (Expert Advisors), API |
| Copy Trading | Yes, through Deriv X | Yes, Axi Copy Trading App |
| Social Trading | Available on Deriv X | Available via Axi Copy Trading App |
| Stop Out Level | 50% | 20% |
| Risk Management Tools | Guaranteed Stop Loss, Negative Balance Protection, Trailing Stops | Negative Balance Protection, Trailing Stops, Stop Loss |
| Charting Tools | 100+ indicators, multiple chart types, customizable layouts | 50+ indicators, multiple chart types, Trading Central tools |
| Mobile Trading | Deriv Go, DTrader | Axi Mobile App, MT4 Mobile |
| Order Types | Market, Limit, Stop, OCO, GTC | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop |
| Hedging | Supported | Supported |
| Scalping | Permitted | Permitted |
| Market Depth | Available on Deriv X | Available on MT4 Pro Account |
| Islamic Account | Available | Available |
| Crypto Trading | 24/7, BTC, ETH, LTC, and others | 24/7, BTC, ETH, LTC, XRP, and others |
| Interest on Margin | Not charged | Not charged |
| Referral Program | Yes, multi-tier | Yes, multi-tier |
| Regulatory Protection | Segregated client funds, compensation schemes | Segregated client funds, compensation schemes |
| Backtesting | Available on DBot | Available on MT4 |
| Security Features | Two-factor authentication (2FA), SSL encryption | Two-factor authentication (2FA), SSL encryption |
| Partnership Programs | Affiliate, IB (Introducing Broker) | Affiliate, IB (Introducing Broker), White Label |
| Custom Indicators | Supported | Supported on MT4 |
| News Feed Integration | Yes, economic calendar, market news | Yes, Trading Central news, economic calendar |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | Supported on MT5 | Supported on MT4 |
| API Access | Available for custom trading solutions | Available for custom trading solutions |
| Volatility Index Trading | Yes, exclusive synthetic indices | No |
| Microlot Trading (0.01 lots) | Supported | Supported |
| Corporate Accounts | Available | Available |
| Specialized Accounts | MT5 Synthetic Account | MT4 Standard, Pro, Elite |
| Interest Rate Swap Fees | Standard charges, swap-free available | Standard charges, swap-free available |
| Special Promotions | Occasional bonus offers, contests | Occasional bonus offers, trading credits |
| Regional Restrictions | No service in USA, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Israel | No service in USA, Canada, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Iran, North Korea |
| User Interface | Minimalistic, customizable, intuitive | Professional, customizable, user-friendly |
| Account Verification Time | 24-48 hours | 24-48 hours |
| API Documentation | Comprehensive, developer-friendly | Comprehensive, developer-friendly |
| One-Click Trading | Supported | Supported |
| Multiple Account Management (MAM/PAMM) | Not available | Available for professional traders |
| Tick Chart Trading | Available on DTrader | Not available |
| Slippage Control | Low slippage, STP execution | Low slippage, STP execution |
| Deposit Fees | No fees on most methods | No fees on most methods |
| Withdrawal Fees | No fees on most methods | No fees on most methods |
| Price Alerts | Available via mobile app and web | Available via mobile app and web |
| Automated Trading | Available via Dbot, Binary Bot, API | Available via MT4 EAs, API |
| Synthetic Markets | Unique offering of synthetic indices | Not available |
| Execution Policy | No dealing desk (NDD), STP and ECN | No dealing desk (NDD), STP and ECN |
| Latency | Ultra-low latency, < 20ms | Ultra-low latency, < 20ms |
| Micro Lot Trading (0.001 lots) | Available on MT5 | Available on MT4 |
| Advanced Charting | 100+ indicators, customizable tools | 50+ indicators, Trading Central tools |
| Forex Pairs | 100+ pairs | 70+ pairs |
| Requote Policy | No requotes | No requotes |
| Market Analysis Tools | Daily analysis, economic calendar, trading signals | Trading Central, daily analysis, economic calendar |
| Timeframe Options | M1 to Monthly | M1 to Monthly |
| Spread Betting | Not available | Available for UK clients |
| Margin Call Level | 100% | 80% |
| Weekend Trading | Available on synthetic indices and crypto | Available on crypto |
| Corporate Action Handling | Automated adjustments for dividends and splits | Automated adjustments for dividends and splits |
| MetaTrader Custom Scripts | Supported on MT5 | Supported on MT4 |
| Active Trader Discounts | Volume-based discounts | Volume-based rebates |
| Security of Funds | Tier-1 banks, segregated accounts | Tier-1 banks, segregated accounts |
| Local Payment Methods | Available in select countries | Available in select countries |
| Transaction Speed | Instant for most methods | Instant for most methods |
| Scalping and Hedging Allowed | Yes, no restrictions | Yes, no restrictions |
| Swap-Free Accounts | Available for Islamic traders | Available for Islamic traders |
| Volatility Protection Settings | Customizable on Deriv X | Available on MT4 Pro |
| Trade Execution Transparency | Execution statistics available | Execution statistics available |
| Mobile Charting | 90+ indicators on Deriv Go | 30+ indicators on Axi Mobile |
| Margin Requirements | Fixed and floating options | Fixed and floating options |
| Fund Segregation | Full segregation in tier-1 banks | Full segregation in tier-1 banks |
| User Base | Over 2.5 million users globally | Over 60,000 users globally |
| Geographic Availability | 100+ countries | 120+ countries |
| Professional Indemnity Insurance | Available | Available |
| Server Locations | Multiple global servers for low latency | Multiple global servers for low latency |
| VIP Support | For high-volume traders | For high-volume traders |
| Cloud Trading | Available for API users | Available for MT4 VPS users |
| Advanced Orders | OCO, GTC, IOC | GTC, IOC, Good Till Date (GTD) |
| Third-Party Integration | TradingView, cTrader | Trading Central, PsyQuation |
| Competitions and Tournaments | Frequent trading contests | Occasional trading contests |
| Account Duplication | Available via Deriv X | Available via Axi Copy Trading |
| Spread Types | Fixed and variable | Variable only |
| Mobile App Rating | 4.5+ on Google Play and App Store | 4.2+ on Google Play and App Store |
| Risk Assessment Tools | Margin calculator, pip calculator, profit calculator | Margin calculator, pip calculator, risk management tools |
| Partial Close | Supported | Supported |
| Commission-Free Trading | Available on select accounts | Available on Standard account |
| Internal Transfers | Supported between same-currency accounts | Supported between same-currency accounts |
| Segregated Liquidity Providers | Multiple tier-1 providers | Multiple tier-1 providers |
Deriv offers a broader range of instruments, unique synthetic indices, and lower spreads, while Axi provides superior regulatory coverage, advanced tools like Trading Central, and a zero-deposit feature. Both excel in user experience and security.