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Capital.com vs BlackBull Markets

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

C
Capital.com
Est. 2016 · London, UK
8.6
VS
BM
BlackBull Markets
Est. 2014 · Auckland, New Zealand
8.3

Quick Verdict

Capital.com
4 categories won
Tied
0 categories
BlackBull Markets
3 categories won

Capital.com scores higher overall at 8.6/10 vs 8.3/10.

Score Comparison

OverallCapital.com wins
Capital.com8.6
BlackBull Markets8.3
Fees & CostsBlackBull Markets wins
Capital.com8.8
BlackBull Markets9.0
PlatformsBlackBull Markets wins
Capital.com8.7
BlackBull Markets8.8
RegulationCapital.com wins
Capital.com9.0
BlackBull Markets7.8
ExecutionBlackBull Markets wins
Capital.com8.3
BlackBull Markets9.2
SupportCapital.com wins
Capital.com8.5
BlackBull Markets8.0
EducationCapital.com wins
Capital.com8.8
BlackBull Markets7.0
InstrumentsCapital.com wins
Capital.com9.4
BlackBull Markets8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionCapital.comBlackBull Markets
Min Deposit€20None
EUR/USD Spread0.6 pips average0.0 pips (ECN Prime), 0.8 pips (Standard)
CommissionNone (spread-only)$3.00 per lot per side (ECN Prime), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)500:1500:1
Swap-FreeYesYes
Withdrawal FeeFreeFree

Platform Comparison

Capital.com Platforms

  • Capital.com Platform
  • Capital.com App
  • MetaTrader 4
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, Plus, Premier

BlackBull Markets Platforms

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

Standard, ECN Prime, ECN Institutional

Regulation & Safety

Capital.com Regulation

FCAUKCySECCyprusASICAustralia
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

WinnerCapital.com8.6

Capital.com takes the overall win with a score of 8.6 vs 8.3, winning 4 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, Capital.com and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Capital.com 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.