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Admirals vs BlackBull Markets

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

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Admirals
Est. 2001 · Tallinn, Estonia
8.4
VS
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BlackBull Markets
Est. 2014 · Auckland, New Zealand
8.3

Quick Verdict

Admirals
3 categories won
Tied
1 categories
BlackBull Markets
3 categories won

Admirals scores higher overall at 8.4/10 vs 8.3/10.

Score Comparison

OverallAdmirals wins
Admirals8.4
BlackBull Markets8.3
Fees & CostsBlackBull Markets wins
Admirals8.0
BlackBull Markets9.0
PlatformsBlackBull Markets wins
Admirals8.5
BlackBull Markets8.8
RegulationAdmirals wins
Admirals9.0
BlackBull Markets7.8
ExecutionBlackBull Markets wins
Admirals8.3
BlackBull Markets9.2
SupportAdmirals wins
Admirals8.5
BlackBull Markets8.0
EducationAdmirals wins
Admirals9.0
BlackBull Markets7.0
InstrumentsTie
Admirals8.5
BlackBull Markets8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionAdmiralsBlackBull Markets
Min Deposit€25None
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Zero), 0.5 pips (Trade)0.0 pips (ECN Prime), 0.8 pips (Standard)
Commission$3.00 per lot per side (Zero), None (Trade)$3.00 per lot per side (ECN Prime), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)500:1500:1
Swap-FreeYesYes
Withdrawal FeeFree (2 per month, then EUR 1)Free

Platform Comparison

Admirals Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • MetaTrader Supreme Edition
  • SteamTrader
Account Types:

Trade.MT4, Trade.MT5, Zero.MT4, Zero.MT5, Invest.MT5

BlackBull Markets Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • cTrader
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, ECN Prime, ECN Institutional

Regulation & Safety

Admirals Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKEFSAEstonia
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

BlackBull Markets Regulation

FMANew ZealandFSASeychelles
ESMA CompliantNo
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

No EU compensation scheme (NZ-regulated)

Overall Verdict

WinnerAdmirals8.4

Admirals takes the overall win with a score of 8.4 vs 8.3, winning 3 out of 7 individual categories compared to BlackBull Markets's 3.

In terms of costs, though BlackBull Markets edges ahead on fees. On the regulatory front, Admirals and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Admirals if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose BlackBull Markets if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as fees & costs, platforms, and more.

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.