ASIC — Australia
Switch Markets Pty Ltd
Licence
Switch Markets Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
ASIC
Licence status
Active
Platforms
MT4, 5
Min. deposit
$50
Max. leverage
1:500
Instruments
Forex, Indices, Digital Currencies, Commodities and CFD Shares
Typical spread
From 1.4 pips (Standard account)
Operating
Est. 2018
Main market
CA
Entity
Switch Markets Pty Ltd
Website
Unknown
Switch Markets is a forex & CFD broker based in Australia, established in 2018. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 5.7 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
Crucially, Switch Markets is regulated by ASIC, including at least one tier-1 regulator. Tier-1 regulation is the strongest sign of legitimacy: it normally requires segregated client funds, regular audits and access to a compensation scheme if the broker fails — meaningful protection for your money.
Switch Markets provides access to Forex, Indices, Digital Currencies, Commodities and CFD Shares. Published conditions include a minimum deposit of $50 and leverage up to 1:500. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, Switch Markets has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
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Switch Markets currently scores 5.7/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Regulated by a tier-1 authority
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
Offshore (tier-3) regulators typically have lower capital requirements and no compensation scheme. Funds may not be protected if the broker fails.
Trading conditions
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Digital Currencies, Commodities and CFD Shares |
| Minimum deposit | $50 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:500 |
| Typical spread | From 1.4 pips (Standard account) |
| Platforms | MT4, 5 |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on Switch Markets
Our analysis · editorial
5.7/10
A mixed risk profile
Switch Markets holds a tier-1 regulatory licence (ASIC). Based in Australia, it has been operating for about 8 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 5.7/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (ASIC)
- Operating for 8 years
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports MT4 & 5 trading
- Accessible minimum deposit ($50)
Watch-outs
- Very high leverage available (1:500) — amplifies risk
Bottom line: Proceed with caution: start with a small deposit and test a withdrawal early.
This is Trust Broker Hub's data-driven editorial assessment — not a user review. It is generated automatically from regulation, licensing, company age and complaint records, and updates as those change.
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Complaints & alerts
No complaints or regulator warnings on record
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Full specifications
Regulated region
Australia
Operating period
5-10 years
Main market
CA
Instruments
Forex, Indices, Digital Currencies, Commodities and CFD Shares
Year founded
2018
Frequently asked
Is Switch Markets a safe broker?
Switch Markets scores 5.7 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the Switch Markets trust score calculated?
The score weighs five factors: regulation tier, transparency of disclosures, operating footprint, user sentiment, and complaint history. Each is scored out of 10 and combined into the overall figure shown at the top. Read our methodology.
What does "offshore regulated" mean?
It means the broker's licence comes from a jurisdiction with lighter requirements than tier-1 regulators like the FCA or ASIC. There's usually no compensation scheme, so recovering funds can be difficult if the broker fails.
Can I withdraw funds easily from Switch Markets?
Switch Markets publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.