N1CM vs Vantage: licences compared

Side-by-side view of each broker's licences, regulator tiers and key facts. Remember that protection depends on which entity holds your account.

AttributeN1CMVantage
Licence Score17Very weak69Strong
Strongest licence 4 Tier 4 1 Tier 1
Licences on record15
1 FCA United Kingdom —Licensed
1 ASIC Australia —Licensed
2 FSCA South Africa —Licensed
3 CIMA Cayman Islands —Licensed
4 VFSC Vanuatu LicensedLicensed
Founded20162009
Headquarters—Australia
TypeForex & CFD brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNoNo
PlatformsMT4MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary
Minimum deposit—US$50
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Frequently asked questions

Is N1CM or Vantage better regulated?

Vantage has the higher Licence Score (69 vs 17), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both N1CM and Vantage?

Both are matched to licences from VFSC.

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