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Axi vs Optimus Futures

Compare Axi and Optimus Futures side by side: fees, regulation, platforms.

Axi

Axi

Active forex and CFD traders

Axi is a Sydney-based forex and CFD broker founded in 2007, offering MT4, MT5 and a proprietary platform withโ€ฆ

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Optimus Futures

Optimus Futures

Active futures and options traders

Optimus Futures is a US-based independent introducing broker founded in 2004, specialising in futures and optโ€ฆ

Head-to-head comparison

Axi vs Optimus Futures
Feature Axi Optimus Futures
Minimum deposit - -
Stock trading fee Share CFDs available; spreads vary, no separate stock commission on Standard account -
Regulators ASIC, FCA, DFSA, FMA, CySEC NFA, CFTC
Best for Active forex and CFD traders Active futures and options traders
Markets & account
Stocks
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Forex
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CFDs
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Crypto
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Options
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Futures
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Margin
Demo Account
Multi Currency
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Pros & cons

Axi

Axi

Pros

  • No minimum deposit on Standard and Pro accounts
  • Raw spreads from 0.0 pips on Pro account
  • Regulated by ASIC, FCA, DFSA, FMA and CySEC
  • MT4 and MT5 both available
  • Axi Select funded trader program with capital up to $1 million
  • Free demo account with virtual funds
  • 650+ tradable markets including crypto perpetual futures
  • No deposit fee for standard payment methods

Cons

  • Inactivity fee of $10 per month after 12 months
  • $25 withdrawal fee on amounts below $50
  • Elite account requires $25,000 minimum deposit
  • Limited stock CFD range compared to dedicated stock brokers
  • Demo account limited to 30 days
  • No ETF products available
  • US clients not accepted
Optimus Futures

Optimus Futures

Pros

  • Low per-side commissions starting at $0.25 for micro futures
  • Wide choice of trading platforms including Optimus Flow, TradingView, and Sierra Chart
  • Free ACH withdrawals
  • Free demo account with $50,000 in virtual funds
  • No account opening or management fee
  • Low day trading margins starting at $50 for micros
  • Ability to choose from multiple clearing firms
  • US-based customer support available by phone and email

Cons

  • Futures and options on futures only - no spot stocks, ETFs, or spot forex
  • Wire withdrawals carry fees of approximately $40 domestically and $60 internationally
  • Inactivity fees may apply via the clearing firm after a dormancy period
  • Exchange and data fees apply separately and are not included in commissions
  • Limited deposit methods - bank wire, ACH, and check only
  • Not available to clients in several regions including the EU and UK
  • No negative balance protection typical of EU-regulated brokers
Axi

Axi

Axi is a Sydney-based forex and CFD broker founded in 2007, offering MT4, MT5 and a proprietary platform with 650+ markets and a funded trader program.

Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

Optimus Futures

Optimus Futures

Optimus Futures is a US-based independent introducing broker founded in 2004, specialising in futures and options on futures with multiple platform choices and volume-based commissions.

Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

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