SmartProfitFX vs ACY Securities
ACY Securities is a forex and CFD broker brand whose official materials emphasize more than 2,200 instruments, MT4, MT5, ACY Trading Platform, ProZero spreads from 0.0 pips, Basic, Standard, and ProZero account routes for global users, ASIC and FSCA-linked entity language, ACY Capital LLC onboarding for some non-Australian clients subject to local laws, no ACY deposit fees in its checked funding table, and platform features such as EA support, Level II pricing on MT5, copy trading, and web/mobile access. SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap is the more focused route for eligible non-US traders who want Eightcap-powered account access while keeping SmartProfitFX's $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus opening directly with Eightcap.
Verdict
ACY Securities is a useful comparison because it has a real account table, several platform choices, a broad CFD product set, and entity-specific pricing language. It can fit traders who want to evaluate ACY's own Basic, Standard, ProZero, MT4, MT5, and ACY Trading Platform route. SmartProfitFX is the cleaner fit when the trader already wants the Eightcap-powered route and wants the SmartProfitFX cost advantage preserved.
You want the Eightcap-powered route
Choose SmartProfitFX when you are eligible, want Eightcap-powered market access, and value the $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus opening directly with Eightcap.
You want ACY's own account and platform mix
Choose ACY Securities when you specifically want to compare its Basic, Standard, or ProZero account routes, ACY Trading Platform, MT4, MT5, funding methods, and entity relationship.
ACY is account-table led; SmartProfitFX is route-led
ACY wins for users who want its own broker ecosystem. SmartProfitFX wins when the decision is simply where to open an Eightcap-powered account while keeping the commission edge intact.
Quick comparison
Research checked May 21, 2026. Broker terms, pricing, products, platforms, leverage, funding, and restrictions can change, so confirm current terms before opening or funding an account.
| Category | SmartProfitFX | ACY Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | Eligible non-US traders who want SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap and want the $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus opening directly with Eightcap. | Traders who want ACY's own account table, MT4, MT5, ACY Trading Platform, funding methods, and ACY entity route. |
| Published account model | Eightcap-powered pricing. The SmartProfitFX-specific advantage is $1 lower round-trip commission versus opening directly with Eightcap, where applicable. | ACY's global account table lists Basic, Standard, and ProZero. Its ASIC-facing account table lists ProZero. Account availability depends on entity and eligibility. |
| Minimum deposit | Confirm current Eightcap-powered account terms during onboarding. | ACY global account pages list Basic at $50, Standard at $100, and ProZero at $200. ACY's ASIC-facing ProZero table lists a $200 initial minimum deposit. |
| Published spread and commission model | Compare current Eightcap-powered pricing during account opening and keep the SmartProfitFX $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus Eightcap direct in view. | ACY global Basic and Standard pages list variable spreads and $0 round-turn commissions for forex, metals, indices, and cryptocurrency rows. ACY global ProZero lists minimum spreads from 0.0 on major FX pairs and a USD $6 round-turn forex commission in the compare-account table. ACY ASIC ProZero lists minimum FX spreads from 0 and a USD $3 round-turn forex commission in the compare-account table. |
| Platforms | Eightcap-powered platform access where available by account, entity, product, and region. | ACY official pages list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and ACY Trading Platform. MT4 materials emphasize desktop, web, mobile, and Expert Advisors. MT5 materials emphasize Level II pricing, automated trading, and 2,200+ instruments. ACY Trading Platform materials emphasize web/mobile access, dynamic margin, and guaranteed stop loss and take profit orders. |
| Markets | Eightcap-powered forex and CFD market access, including forex, commodities, indices, share CFDs, and crypto derivatives where eligible. | ACY official pages reference over 2,200 instruments, forex CFDs, commodity CFDs, index CFDs, share CFDs, ETF CFDs, cryptocurrency CFDs, and futures CFDs. Its forex page references more than 60 currencies. |
| US users | SmartProfitFX's existing FAQ states that USA is not allowed. | ACY's regulation page says non-Australians may be onboarded with ACY Capital LLC subject to local laws or regulations. This comparison is written for eligible non-US users because SmartProfitFX does not support USA users. |
ACY account and pricing detail
ACY searches tend to revolve around ACY Securities account types, ACY ProZero spreads, ACY commission, ACY minimum deposit, ACY MT4, ACY MT5, ACY Trading Platform, ACY funding, and ACY regulation. The strongest official comparison data is the account table plus the individual account pages.
| ACY route | Officially published detail | Comparison impact |
|---|---|---|
| Basic account | ACY's Basic page lists a $50 initial minimum deposit, $50 minimum deposit, 0.01 lot minimum trading volume, no swap-free account, variable spreads, and $0 round-turn commissions for forex, metals, indices, and cryptocurrency rows. | This is the lowest published ACY entry point in the checked global materials. It can suit a trader who wants ACY's own platform and account ecosystem, but it does not preserve SmartProfitFX attribution or the SmartProfitFX Eightcap-powered commission edge. |
| Standard account | ACY's Standard page lists a $100 initial minimum deposit, $100 minimum deposit, 0.01 lot minimum trading volume, swap-free availability, variable spreads, and $0 round-turn commissions for forex, metals, indices, and cryptocurrency rows. | This is ACY's zero-commission middle route. It should be compared on actual live spread, swap, conversion, funding, and entity terms, not on the commission row alone. |
| ProZero account | ACY's ProZero page lists a $200 initial minimum deposit, $200 minimum deposit, 0.01 lot minimum trading volume, and minimum spreads of 0.0 for AUD/USD, GBP/USD, EUR/USD, and USD/JPY. ACY's compare-account table lists entity-specific commission rows. | ProZero is the main ACY route for spread-sensitive traders. For global/VFSC-facing rows, ACY lists USD $6 round-turn forex commission. For ASIC-facing ProZero rows, ACY lists USD $3 round-turn forex commission. |
| Minimum spread rows | ACY's compare-account page lists global/VFSC minimum spread rows of EUR/USD 2.00 on Basic, 1.0 on Standard, and 0 on ProZero. It also lists XAU/USD 0.25 on Basic, $0.1 on Standard, and $0.06 on ProZero. These are minimum spread rows, not historical averages. | Minimum spreads are useful for product research, but they are not an all-in cost. A fair cost comparison also needs live spread, commission, swaps, funding, conversion, platform, and account entity. |
| Funding | ACY's deposit and withdrawal page says ACY does not impose deposit fees, while merchant fees may apply. Its ASIC funding table includes Visa/Master, bank wire, PayID, Skrill, and Neteller. Its global/VFSC table includes card, bank wire, Skrill, Neteller, crypto, USDT, USDC, Bitwallet, and regional payment methods, with method-specific limits. | Funding flexibility is one of ACY's stronger direct-broker points. Traders should still verify which methods are actually available to their entity, country, account currency, and payment profile. |
| SmartProfitFX route | SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap keeps the decision narrower: use the SmartProfitFX route when the trader wants Eightcap-powered access and wants the $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus opening directly with Eightcap. | SmartProfitFX does not need to copy ACY's multi-account system. Its strongest role is a focused partner path for eligible traders who already prefer Eightcap-powered access. |
Platforms, markets, and trader fit
ACY's platform mix is broader than a simple MT4-only broker comparison. Its official pages cover MT4, MT5, and ACY Trading Platform, with different product and feature emphasis across each route.
Account choice, platform choice, and broad CFD coverage
ACY is strongest for users who want to choose between several ACY-owned routes rather than use a partner path into Eightcap-powered access.
- Global account table lists Basic, Standard, and ProZero.
- Official pages list MT4, MT5, and ACY Trading Platform.
- MT5 page references over 2,200 instruments across shares, FX, indices, commodities, precious metals, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies.
- Forex page references more than 60 currencies.
- Funding page lists card, bank wire, Skrill, Neteller, PayID for ASIC, and additional global methods including crypto routes for non-Australia availability.
Focused Eightcap-powered path
SmartProfitFX is not trying to become ACY. It is useful when the trader wants the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap route and wants to keep the SmartProfitFX advantage.
- $1 lower round-trip commission versus Eightcap direct.
- Clear partner route for eligible non-US traders.
- Useful when the trader already wants Eightcap-powered market access.
- Simpler decision path than comparing ACY's entity, account, platform, funding, and product routes.
| ACY search area | Official positioning | How to compare it fairly |
|---|---|---|
| ACY MT4 | ACY's MT4 page describes MT4 as desktop, web, and mobile capable, with Expert Advisors, charting, indicators, and the ability to trade from 0.01 lots. | MT4 matters for traders who rely on established EAs, indicators, scripts, and a familiar forex workflow. Compare available products and account pricing before choosing the platform. |
| ACY MT5 | ACY's MT5 page references Level II pricing, automated trading and EAs, flexible lot sizes, and over 2,200 instruments including shares, FX, indices, commodities, precious metals, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. | MT5 is the stronger ACY route for broader market access, especially share CFDs and multi-asset CFD workflows. |
| ACY Trading Platform | ACY's platform page says ACY Trading Platform is web/mobile focused and references built-in economic calendar, multi-symbol charts, dynamic margin, guaranteed stop loss, take profit orders, and 1,000+ markets. | This can fit users who want ACY's proprietary trading interface rather than a MetaTrader workflow. Confirm product coverage and account terms for the chosen entity. |
| ACY market range | ACY official pages cover forex, indices, commodities, precious metals, share CFDs, ETF CFDs, crypto CFDs, and futures CFDs. The share CFD page references 2,200+ share CFDs and the futures page references no-swap futures CFDs. | Market range is a real ACY strength. It still needs to be compared against the specific markets and platform access available in the user's region and account route. |
| SmartProfitFX comparison | SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap gives eligible traders a focused route into Eightcap-powered access with the SmartProfitFX $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus Eightcap direct. | The SmartProfitFX case is not that ACY has no advantages. It is that some traders already want Eightcap-powered access and should not bypass the SmartProfitFX route if they want the SmartProfitFX commission edge. |
Regulation and eligibility
Broker comparisons should separate brand, website route, and regulated entity. SmartProfitFX is the partner website; Eightcap powers the broker path. ACY Securities publishes several entity references, and the entity that applies can affect products, leverage, documents, funding, complaints, and client protections.
| Area | What the official sources show | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| SmartProfitFX route | SmartProfitFX is not the regulated broker. The account relationship is powered by Eightcap, and SmartProfitFX's existing FAQ says USA is not allowed. | Users should understand that the SmartProfitFX comparison is about the partner route and the Eightcap-powered trading relationship. |
| ACY Australia | ACY's regulation and footer materials say ACY Securities Pty Ltd is licensed and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission under AFSL 403863. The footer lists ABN 80 150 565 781 and an ACY Tower, Level 18, 799 Pacific Hwy, Chatswood NSW 2067 address. | The Australian route may have different product, leverage, document, complaints, and account terms than ACY's other entities. |
| ACY Capital LLC | ACY's regulation page says ACY Capital LLC is incorporated in St Vincent and the Grenadines, company number 2610 LLC 2022. The same page says non-Australians may be onboarded with ACY LLC subject to local laws or regulations. | This is important for non-Australian users comparing ACY. Entity choice affects client documents, protections, leverage, and product availability. |
| ACY South Africa | ACY footer and funding materials list ACY Securities SA Pty Ltd, registration 2009/008731/07, regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, FSCA 51008, with a Sandton, Johannesburg address. | South African entity language matters for users evaluating a locally regulated route or complaint framework. |
| Client funds and AML | ACY's regulation page says client funds are held in segregated client trust accounts at Commonwealth Bank and kept separate from company funds. The same page says identity and address documents are required and no third-party payments are allowed. | Client-money and AML language is useful, but it does not remove trading risk or replace reviewing the current account documents for the specific entity. |
| Eligibility | SmartProfitFX is written for eligible non-US users because SmartProfitFX's FAQ says USA is not allowed. ACY eligibility should be confirmed directly because its regulation page frames onboarding by entity and local laws or regulations. | This page should not be treated as account-opening advice for every country. The user's entity and location control what is available. |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clear reason to use the SmartProfitFX route if the trader wants Eightcap-powered access.
- $1 lower round-trip commission versus Eightcap direct.
- Simple partner path focused around one broker relationship.
- Good fit for eligible non-US traders who do not need ACY's proprietary account ecosystem.
- Keeps the decision focused on account route and the SmartProfitFX cost advantage.
Cons
- SmartProfitFX is not the regulated broker itself.
- Eligibility depends on Eightcap-powered account restrictions and SmartProfitFX's non-US limitation.
- Users who specifically want ACY Trading Platform, ACY ProZero, or an ACY entity relationship may prefer ACY directly.
Pros
- Official materials list MT4, MT5, and ACY Trading Platform.
- Global account table lists Basic, Standard, and ProZero account routes.
- ProZero rows show spreads from 0.0 on major FX pairs.
- Official pages reference more than 2,200 instruments and more than 60 currencies.
- Funding page lists multiple payment methods and says ACY does not impose deposit fees, with merchant fees still possible.
- Official regulation materials identify ASIC, ACY Capital LLC, and FSCA entity language.
Cons
- Does not preserve SmartProfitFX attribution.
- Does not provide the SmartProfitFX $1 lower round-trip commission advantage versus Eightcap direct.
- Account availability and commission rows differ by entity.
- Minimum spreads are not the same as live average trading cost.
- Platform, product, funding, and leverage terms need to be checked for the user's entity and region.
Who should choose which?
| Choose this route | When it makes sense |
|---|---|
| SmartProfitFX | You want Eightcap-powered execution and platform access, you are eligible under SmartProfitFX/Eightcap rules, and the $1 lower round-trip commission versus Eightcap direct matters to you. |
| ACY Securities | You specifically want ACY's Basic, Standard, or ProZero account routes, MT4, MT5, ACY Trading Platform, ACY funding workflow, ACY product range, or ACY entity relationship. |
ACY Securities comparison FAQ
Short answers for ACY Securities searches this page is designed to satisfy.
Is SmartProfitFX better than ACY Securities?
SmartProfitFX is better when an eligible trader wants the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap route and values the $1 lower round-trip commission versus opening directly with Eightcap. ACY Securities may be better when the user wants ACY's account types, ACY Trading Platform, MT4, MT5, funding methods, or ACY entity relationship.
Is ACY Securities cheaper than SmartProfitFX?
That depends on the account type, entity, live spread, commission, swap, funding, conversion, product, and platform. ACY publishes minimum spread and commission rows for its own account routes, while SmartProfitFX's specific advantage is $1 lower round-trip commission versus opening directly with Eightcap.
What ACY account types are available?
ACY official pages checked on May 21, 2026 list Basic, Standard, and ProZero routes in the global account table. The ASIC-facing table lists ProZero. Availability depends on entity and eligibility.
Does ACY support MT4 and MT5?
Yes. ACY official pages list MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ACY also has an ACY Trading Platform page for its web and mobile trading platform.
What is the ACY minimum deposit?
ACY's global account pages list Basic at $50, Standard at $100, and ProZero at $200. The ASIC-facing ProZero table lists a $200 initial minimum deposit.
Can US traders use SmartProfitFX or ACY?
The SmartProfitFX FAQ says USA is not allowed. ACY's regulation page says non-Australians may be onboarded with ACY Capital LLC subject to local laws or regulations. This comparison is written for eligible non-US users.
Open through SmartProfitFX
Use the SmartProfitFX path if you want the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap route and want SmartProfitFX to receive attribution for the account opening.
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