Broker comparison

SmartProfitFX vs AETOS

AETOS is an Australian forex and CFD broker brand whose official AU pages publish AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd entity wording, ACN 125 113 117, AFSL No. 313016, a Standard Account with AUD 250 minimum initial deposit wording, MT4 and MT5 platform pages, Professional Account eligibility for wholesale clients and sophisticated investors, product coverage across forex, metals, energies, indices, global shares, and ETFs, product-specification rows for Standard Account typical spreads and margin requirements, wire transfer and PoLi funding notes, legal-document links, Australia-focused solicitation wording, explicit non-intended use for Singapore, USA, sanctioned jurisdictions, and a risk warning for margin FX and CFD trading. SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap is the more focused option for eligible non-US traders who want current Eightcap account information, Standard and Raw account routes, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and TradeLocker availability, 800+ CFD markets, Eightcap payment information, and SmartProfitFX's $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap. The fair comparison is whether AETOS's Australian entity, Standard and Professional account framework, MT4/MT5 focus, ASIC-linked documentation, and Australia-specific restrictions matter more than SmartProfitFX's narrower Eightcap-powered account experience and measurable commission edge.

SmartProfitFX edge
$1 lower
$1 lower round-trip commission versus opening directly with Eightcap.
AETOS Standard deposit
AUD 250
AETOS says Standard Account opening uses a minimal initial deposit of AUD 250 only.
AETOS Professional leverage
400:1
AETOS lists up to 400:1 leverage for qualifying Professional Account forex users.
AETOS platforms
MT4/MT5
AETOS publishes dedicated MT4 and MT5 platform pages.

Verdict

AETOS may fit Australian users who specifically want the AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd account relationship, Standard Account details, MT4/MT5 platform pages, professional-account eligibility, and Australian legal-document framework. SmartProfitFX is the better fit when an eligible non-US trader wants the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap account experience, current Eightcap platform and market coverage, published Eightcap account data, and the SmartProfitFX commission edge versus Eightcap direct.

Why pick SmartProfitFX

You want Eightcap-powered platforms and markets

Choose SmartProfitFX when you are eligible, want the Eightcap-powered account experience, want access to Eightcap's current platform and market set, and value the $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap.

Best AETOS case

You want an Australia-focused AETOS setup

AETOS is more relevant when the decision centers on AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd, AFSL disclosure, MT4/MT5, Standard Account terms, Professional Account eligibility, and an Australia-focused legal-document package.

Risk check

Use the AU pages as jurisdiction-specific material

AETOS AU pages say the products are issued by AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd and that AETOS solicits business in Australia. They also say the site is not intended for residents in Singapore, USA, sanctioned jurisdictions, or places where the product would breach local law.

SmartProfitFX vs AETOS at a glance

This table separates the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap account experience from AETOS's Australian account, platform, product, and legal-document setup.

CategorySmartProfitFX powered by EightcapAETOS
Core account optionAccount-opening option for eligible non-US traders who want the Eightcap-powered account experience through SmartProfitFX.Direct AETOS account setup using AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd AU website pages, Australian legal documents, MT4/MT5, and AETOS account procedures.
Account typesEightcap official account material lists Standard and Raw accounts.AETOS AU publishes Standard Account and Professional Account pages. The Professional Account page says it is available for wholesale clients and sophisticated investors as defined under the Corporations Act 2001.
Headline costsEightcap official account material lists Standard spreads from 1.0 pips and Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with commission. SmartProfitFX adds the $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus Eightcap direct.AETOS publishes a Standard Account product-specification table with typical spread and margin fields. It lists EURUSD typical spread 5 and 3.3% margin requirement in the table, while the Professional Account page says raw spreads can be as low as 0 and actual spreads depend on liquidity-provider quotes.
PlatformsEightcap platform material lists TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and TradeLocker.AETOS publishes MT4 and MT5 platform pages, including desktop downloads, mobile platform references, analytical tools, Expert Advisors, and MT4 plug-in wording.
MarketsEightcap official material describes access to 800+ CFD instruments.AETOS AU describes CFD products across forex, metals, energy, indices, global shares, and ETFs, and says Standard Account users can trade CFDs on global markets including forex, indices, metals, and energies.
EligibilitySmartProfitFX's existing FAQ says USA is not allowed, and eligibility depends on the underlying account restrictions.AETOS AU says it solicits business in Australia and that products and services on the site are not intended for residents in Singapore, USA, sanctioned jurisdictions, or jurisdictions where offering them would breach local law.

AETOS account, platform, and product details

The useful AETOS comparison starts with the AU account pages, platform pages, product pages, and legal documents because those pages show the actual account labels, markets, platforms, and restrictions users are likely to compare.

AETOS itemOfficial AETOS detail checkedHow it affects the SmartProfitFX comparison
Standard AccountThe Standard Account page says users have access to CFDs on global markets including forex, indices, metals, and energies; can use AETOS mobile MT4 and MT5; get competitive spreads; fast execution at prevailing market pricing without re-quote; AUD 250 minimum initial deposit; 0.01 lot trading size; and maximum trade size of 50 lots of standard contract.AETOS's Standard Account is a direct Australian broker account with a published AUD deposit figure, while SmartProfitFX is better for users who want the Eightcap-powered account experience.
Professional AccountThe Professional Account page says it is tailor-made for wholesale clients, with leverage up to 400:1, raw spread as low as 0, forex, metals, energies, indices, global shares, ETFs and more in one platform, VIP service, and eligibility tests for wealth, sophisticated-investor certificate, investment experience, or finance-industry work experience.Professional Account benefits are eligibility-gated and involve waived protections, so they should not be compared as a default retail account feature.
Professional protectionsAETOS says Professional Account users keep some internal dispute-resolution and service benefits, but leverage restrictions applicable to retail clients do not apply, negative balance protection is not available, AFCA may exclude complaints, and client-money protections may differ.This makes the Professional Account materially different from the retail Standard Account and should be treated as a higher-risk, eligibility-specific setup.
MT5The MT5 page describes MetaTrader 5 access to financial markets, analytical tools, charts, indicators, Expert Advisors, economic calendar, financial news, micro lot trading with minimum lot size 0.01, stop-loss orders, and MT5 mobile access.MT5 support is a clear AETOS strength, though SmartProfitFX also provides access to MT5 through the Eightcap-powered account experience.
MT4The MT4 page describes order features, news, market quotes, chart analysis, indicators, alarms, newsletters, iPhone, iPad and Android mobile support, account management, comprehensive analysis options, and custom indicator plug-ins through MetaEditor.MT4 is a shared platform category, so the decision depends on account, market, entity, cost, and eligibility details rather than MT4 alone.
MarketsAETOS AU product navigation and pages cover forex CFDs, metal CFDs, energy CFDs, index CFDs, share CFDs, ETF CFDs, product list, and rolling, trading and dividend schedules.AETOS has a broad CFD product set, while Eightcap's official material gives SmartProfitFX users an 800+ CFD market reference.

Costs, leverage, funding, and withdrawals

AETOS cost and funding details are spread across the Standard Account page, Professional Account page, product-specification table, funding page, and legal documents. Read those together before comparing all-in cost.

AETOS cost notes

Use account type and jurisdiction together

  • The Standard Account page says competitive spreads, fast execution at prevailing market pricing without re-quote, AUD 250 minimum initial deposit, 0.01 lot trading size, and maximum trade size of 50 lots of standard contract.
  • The product-specification table lists Standard Account typical spread and margin fields, including EURUSD typical spread 5 with a 3.3% margin requirement and XAUUSD typical spread 24 with a 5% margin requirement.
  • The Professional Account page says qualifying users can access up to 400:1 forex leverage, up to 200:1 precious-metals leverage, and up to 100:1 for indices, global shares, commodities, and other CFDs.
  • The Professional Account page says raw spreads can be as low as 0, but actual spread ultimately depends on liquidity-provider quotes.
  • AETOS legal-document pages should be read before funding because retail and professional-client protections differ.
SmartProfitFX cost notes

Focus on the Eightcap-powered account experience

  • Eightcap official account material lists Standard and Raw account routes.
  • Eightcap official account material lists Standard spreads from 1.0 pips and Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with commission.
  • Eightcap official material lists a $100 minimum deposit and 800+ CFD instruments.
  • Eightcap payment material should be reviewed before funding because method availability, timing, fees, and region rules can vary.
  • SmartProfitFX adds a specific $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap, where the user is eligible.
Funding itemAETOS official detail checkedComparison note
Deposit methodsThe AETOS funding page displays wire transfer and PoLi deposit methods, and says users can find more deposit options by logging in to AETOS BizCentre.Public funding information is useful, but live availability can depend on account area, country, and bank setup.
Wire transferAETOS lists National Australia Bank wire information for AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd and says wire processing time is 1 to 5 business days depending on processing banks.Wire funding can be slower than card or instant methods and may involve bank fees.
PoLiAETOS says PoLi is only available for clients with Australian bank accounts and lists processing time of 10 minutes to 1 hour.PoLi is an Australia-specific funding detail that may not matter for non-Australian users.
Fees and third-party paymentsAETOS says banks may charge international-wire fees, AETOS will charge a $25 administrative fee if no trading activity occurs before a withdrawal request, and AETOS does not accept third-party payments.Funding costs and withdrawal paths should be confirmed before sending money, especially if the user is outside Australia.

Entity language, restrictions, and regulator context

AETOS's AU website has clear entity language, but users should still verify the AFSL record through ASIC's official professional-register search before funding.

ItemPublished dataWhy it matters
AU entityAETOS AU pages say AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd is incorporated in Australia, ACN 125 113 117, AFSL No. 313016, and has a physical and registered address at Level 15, 122 Arthur Street, North Sydney NSW 2060.This is the core entity named for the AU site and should be the starting point for direct AETOS due diligence.
Issuer wordingAETOS AU pages say the website is owned and prepared by AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd and that products on the website are issued by AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd.The page is not a generic global AETOS offer; it is framed around the Australian issuing entity.
ASIC search contextASIC's official professional-register search page says users can search by company name, registration or licence number, ACN, or ABN, and that free register information can include name, licence number, address, start date, status, website addresses, and licence conditions.AETOS publishes AFSL No. 313016, so users can run a direct ASIC search for the current record before opening or funding an account.
Other AETOS subsidiary wordingThe AETOS about page also says AETOS Markets (M) Ltd is incorporated in Mauritius and licensed by the Financial Services Commission, Mauritius, license number GB23202270.Users should make sure they understand which AETOS entity and jurisdiction applies to their account.
RestrictionsAETOS AU pages say AETOS solicits business in Australia and that the products and services on the website are not intended for residents in Singapore, USA, sanctioned jurisdictions, or jurisdictions where providing the products and services is contrary to local law and regulations.AETOS AU should not be framed as a US-user solution, and non-Australian users should verify eligibility directly.
Risk warningAETOS's risk warning says forex and CFD trading carries a high level of risk, may not be suitable for all investors, and that users should not invest money they cannot afford to lose. Its footer says retail clients could sustain a total loss of deposited funds and wholesale clients could sustain losses in excess of deposits.The risk profile changes materially for professional or wholesale clients, especially because some retail protections may not apply.

Pros and cons

This comparison gives AETOS credit for its official AU entity, account, platform, product, and legal-document detail while keeping eligibility and professional-account risk visible.

SmartProfitFX

Pros

  • Clear reason to use SmartProfitFX if you want Eightcap-powered platforms and markets with a lower round-trip commission.
  • Eightcap official pages publish account options, market coverage, platform access, payment information, and entity disclosures.
  • Specific $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap.
  • Good fit for eligible non-US traders who prefer SmartProfitFX account access over a separate AETOS account setup.

Cons

  • SmartProfitFX is not the regulated broker itself.
  • Eligibility depends on the underlying account restrictions and SmartProfitFX's non-US limitation.
  • Users who specifically want AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd, Australian AFSL disclosures, or AETOS Professional Account eligibility may still prefer to keep researching AETOS directly.
AETOS

Pros

  • Official AU pages publish AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd, ACN 125 113 117, and AFSL No. 313016.
  • Standard Account page publishes AUD 250 minimum initial deposit, 0.01 lot trading size, and 50 lot maximum trade size wording.
  • Official materials publish MT4 and MT5 platform pages, mobile access, Expert Advisor references, charting and analysis tools, and MT4 plug-in wording.
  • Product pages cover forex, metals, energy, indices, share CFDs, and ETF CFDs.
  • Legal Documents page links risk warning, FSG, PDS, terms and conditions, privacy policy, customer agreement, hedging policy, complaint policy, and target market determination.

Cons

  • Does not provide the SmartProfitFX $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap.
  • AETOS AU says it solicits business in Australia and is not intended for USA, Singapore, sanctioned jurisdictions, or prohibited jurisdictions.
  • Professional Account benefits are eligibility-gated and include waived protections such as no negative balance protection.
  • ASIC register status should be checked directly through ASIC's professional-register search before funding.
  • Funding page says banks may charge international-wire fees and AETOS charges a $25 administrative fee if no trading activity occurs before withdrawal request.

Who should choose which setup?

The decision depends on whether the user wants SmartProfitFX's Eightcap-powered account setup or AETOS's Australian broker account and legal-document framework.

SmartProfitFXYou want Eightcap-powered account access, you are eligible, you want current Eightcap platform and market coverage, and the $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap matters more than AETOS's Australian Standard Account, Professional Account, MT4/MT5 pages, or AFSL framework.
AETOSYou specifically want to evaluate AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd, an Australian broker account, Standard Account details, Professional Account eligibility, MT4 and MT5, AETOS product-specification tables, funding rules, and AU legal documents.
Keep researchingYou need a US-eligible route, a non-Australian AETOS entity, a confirmed current ASIC register extract, a lower professional-client risk profile, a different platform set, or clearer jurisdiction-specific investor protections before funding.

AETOS comparison FAQ

Short answers for AETOS searches this page is designed to satisfy.

Is SmartProfitFX better than AETOS?

SmartProfitFX is better when an eligible non-US trader wants the SmartProfitFX powered by Eightcap account experience, Eightcap's current platform and market coverage, and the $1 lower round-trip commission edge versus opening directly with Eightcap. AETOS may fit Australian users who specifically want AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd, Standard Account details, MT4/MT5, and Australian legal documents.

What account options does AETOS publish?

AETOS AU publishes Standard Account and Professional Account pages. The Standard Account page lists AUD 250 minimum initial deposit, 0.01 lot trading size, and maximum trade size of 50 lots of standard contract. The Professional Account page is for wholesale clients and sophisticated investors.

What platforms does AETOS offer?

AETOS publishes MT4 and MT5 pages. The MT5 page describes analytical tools, Expert Advisors, economic calendar, financial news, 0.01 minimum lot size, and MT5 mobile access. The MT4 page describes quotes, chart analysis, indicators, alerts, mobile access, and custom indicator plug-ins.

What are AETOS costs and leverage?

AETOS publishes a Standard Account product-specification table with typical spread and margin fields, including EURUSD typical spread 5 and 3.3% margin requirement. Its Professional Account page lists up to 400:1 forex leverage and raw spread as low as 0, with actual spreads depending on liquidity-provider quotes.

What regulation details does AETOS publish?

AETOS AU pages say AETOS Capital Group Pty Ltd is incorporated in Australia, ACN 125 113 117, AFSL No. 313016, and based at Level 15, 122 Arthur Street, North Sydney NSW 2060. ASIC's official professional-register search can be used to verify the licence number and current register details.

Is SmartProfitFX the regulated broker?

No. SmartProfitFX is not the regulated broker itself. The account experience discussed here is powered by Eightcap, so users should review Eightcap entity, account, platform, funding, and risk information before funding.

Open through SmartProfitFX

If you are eligible and want current Eightcap-powered account access, opening through SmartProfitFX keeps the SmartProfitFX commission edge: $1 lower round-trip commission versus going directly to Eightcap.

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