Updated September 28, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Axi vs WH SelfInvest
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Axi |  WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | $10 | €0 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Futures, Bonds |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 67.24% | 76% |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Axi Trading Platform | NanoTrader, TradingView, Trader Workstation, Mobile Apps |
| Minimum deposit | $5 | Not confirmed |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $1.90 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0 |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | commission-free deposits and withdrawals | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:30 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- WH SelfInvest scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.0.
- Markets: only Axi offers Crypto.
- Markets: only WH SelfInvest offers Options, Futures, Bonds.
- Platforms: only Axi offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Axi Trading Platform.
- Platforms: only WH SelfInvest offers NanoTrader, TradingView, Trader Workstation.
- Support channels: only Axi offers Help centre.
- Support channels: only WH SelfInvest offers Email, Phone.
- Features: only WH SelfInvest offers Demo account, Fractional shares, Copy trading.
Our verdict on each
Axi
Axi is a low-cost multi-asset broker for retail traders who want forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto in one account with a small entry deposit. Funding is commission-free deposits and withdrawals, and the entry cost of $5 suits people starting with modest sums.
WH SelfInvest
WH SelfInvest sits in Luxembourg and covers stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds under an account fee of €0 and an inactivity fee of €0, which suits investors who want many asset classes without a standing charge. Stock dealing is the cost to watch, at $1.90 a trade.
Score breakdown
| Area | Axi | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9Minimum deposit of $5, an inactivity fee of $10, and commission-free deposits and withdrawals keep entry costs low. | 9.1HigherThe standing fees are flat, at €0 and €0, while the dealing charge of $1.90 a trade pulls the score down. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.5Higher |
| Trust | 9.1 | Not confirmed |
What each covers
| Markets | Axi | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Options | No | Yes |
| Futures | No | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | No | Yes |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Axi | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 134 of 471 | 86 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 57 of 147 | 37 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 55 of 145 | 35 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 46 of 122 | 29 of 122 |
Where these facts come from
Axi
- axi-solaris.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- forex92.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingfinder.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
WH SelfInvest
- whselfinvest.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Axi | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app | Demo account, Fractional shares, Copy trading, Mobile appCovers more |
| Legal entity | Solaris EMEA Ltd | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Luxembourg |
| Founded | 2007 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre | Email, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Axi | WH SelfInvest | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $5below the median | Not confirmed | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $1.90highest quarter | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0at the median | €0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 67.24%below the median | 76%highest quarter | 72.13% |
Median across 135 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Axi
Pros
- A minimum deposit of $5 keeps the entry point low
- Access to stocks, etfs and forex from a single account
- Trading platforms include MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and Axi Trading Platform, plus mobile app
Cons
- An inactivity fee of $10 applies to dormant accounts
- Support runs on help centre only
- Retail accounts that lose money stand at 67.24%
WH SelfInvest
Pros
- The account fee is €0 and the inactivity fee is €0, so an account left open or left idle is not billed, and the standing cost sits level with Vantage at $0.
- A single account covers stocks, etfs and forex, so shares, forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds can be held and traded together.
- The platform choice runs from NanoTrader, TradingView and Trader Workstation, so the same account can be worked from a desktop terminal or from mobile apps.
Cons
- Stock dealing costs $1.90 a trade, where eToro charges $0 for its stock dealing.
- That dealing charge ranks 123 of 161 on our data, while the account fee sits at 1 of 138 and inactivity at 1 of 56, so the standing costs lead the table while dealing sits near the back of it.
- Support runs on email and phone, so a live chat window and a help centre are not part of the contact options.
Who each suits
Axi
Who it suits
- Traders who hold forex, CFDs, shares, ETFs and crypto together
- Retail investors who want a small starting deposit
- MetaTrader users who prefer their own charting environment
Who should look elsewhere
- People wanting phone or live chat help, since support is help centre only
- Long term investors who would be hit by an inactivity fee of $10
- Beginners who should weigh that 67.24% of retail accounts lose money
WH SelfInvest
Who it suits
- Investors who want shares and leveraged products side by side, since stocks, etfs and forex puts forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds in the same account.
- People who split activity between a desktop terminal and mobile apps, since NanoTrader, TradingView and Trader Workstation covers both.
- Traders who want to test before committing, since demo account, fractional shares and copy trading includes a demo account and fractional shares.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who mainly wants cheap stock dealing: eToro charges $0 for stock dealing against $1.90 here.
- Crypto traders, since crypto is missing from stocks, etfs and forex although CFI covers stocks, etfs and forex.
Questions about each
Axi
What is the minimum deposit at Axi?+
The minimum deposit is $5, which sits below the site median of €4.64. That low entry point suits retail investors who want to fund an account in small steps rather than commit a large sum up front.
What markets can I trade on Axi?+
One account covers stocks, etfs and forex. That mix lets retail investors move between currencies, indices, shares, ETFs and crypto without opening separate accounts at different brokers.
WH SelfInvest
Does WH SelfInvest charge an account fee?+
The account fee is €0 and the inactivity fee is €0, so there is nothing to pay for holding the account open and nothing for leaving it idle. That is why the brand ranks 1 of 138 on our data for the account fee and 1 of 56 for inactivity.
What does it cost to buy a stock?+
A stock trade costs $1.90, and that is the charge which scales with how often you trade. It ranks 123 of 161 on our data, so anyone dealing in shares regularly will feel it far more than the flat fees. Multiply it by the number of trades you expect.