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Choosing between Axi and CIMB Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Axi is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, while CIMB Securities operates from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. CIMB Securities has the longer track record, established in 1978, compared to Axi which was founded in 2007. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Axi
CIMB Securities
Axi is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Axi offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Axi
3.6 vs 3.3
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
Axi
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Axi
CIMB Securities
Lower feesAxi holds licences from ASIC, FCA. CIMB Securities is regulated by MAS, SC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Stocks, Indices markets. Axi additionally covers Cfd, Commodities. CIMB Securities adds Etf.
Axi supports MT4, Proprietary Mobile. CIMB Securities offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iTrade. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
Axi requires no minimum deposit, while CIMB Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes Axi accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Axi at 3.62/5 and CIMB Securities at 3.29/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Axi leads overall with a clear advantage.
Axi scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Axi holds a 3.6/5 rating vs CIMB Securities's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Axi offers spreads from 0 pips, while CIMB Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Axi requires a minimum deposit of $0. CIMB Securities requires $0.
Axi is regulated by ASIC, FCA, while CIMB Securities holds licences from SC, MAS.
Axi supports MT4, Proprietary Mobile. CIMB Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, iTrade.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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