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Tickmill vs Axi

Head-to-head comparison of fees, platforms, regulation, and trading conditions to help you choose the right EU broker in 2026.

T
Tickmill
Est. 2014 · London, UK
8.5
VS
A
Axi
Est. 2007 · Sydney, Australia
8.4

Quick Verdict

Tickmill
4 categories won
Tied
1 categories
Axi
2 categories won

Tickmill scores higher overall at 8.5/10 vs 8.4/10.

Score Comparison

OverallTickmill wins
Tickmill8.5
Axi8.4
Fees & CostsAxi wins
Tickmill9.0
Axi9.2
PlatformsTie
Tickmill8.0
Axi8.0
RegulationTickmill wins
Tickmill9.0
Axi8.8
ExecutionTickmill wins
Tickmill9.0
Axi8.8
SupportTickmill wins
Tickmill8.3
Axi8.0
EducationTickmill wins
Tickmill8.0
Axi7.5
InstrumentsAxi wins
Tickmill7.5
Axi7.8

Trading Conditions

ConditionTickmillAxi
Min Deposit€100None
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 1.6 pips (Classic)0.0 pips (Pro), 1.0 pips (Standard)
Commission$2.00 per lot per side (Raw), None (Classic)$3.50 per lot per side (Pro), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)500:1500:1
Swap-FreeYesYes
Withdrawal FeeFreeFree

Platform Comparison

Tickmill Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • Tickmill App
Account Types:

Classic, Raw, Tickmill Trader

Axi Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • Axi Copy Trading App
Account Types:

Standard, Pro, Elite

Regulation & Safety

Tickmill Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKFSASeychelles
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Axi Regulation

FCAUKASICAustraliaDFSADubai
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK entity)

Overall Verdict

WinnerTickmill8.5

Tickmill takes the overall win with a score of 8.5 vs 8.4, winning 4 out of 7 individual categories compared to Axi's 2.

In terms of costs, though Axi edges ahead on fees. On the regulatory front, Tickmill and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Tickmill if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose Axi if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as fees & costs and instruments.

CFD Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.