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Eightcap 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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Eightcap
Est. 2009 · Melbourne, Australia
8.4
VS
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BlackBull Markets
Est. 2014 · Auckland, New Zealand
8.3

Quick Verdict

Eightcap
2 categories won
Tied
4 categories
BlackBull Markets
1 categories won

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

Score Comparison

OverallEightcap wins
Eightcap8.4
BlackBull Markets8.3
Fees & CostsEightcap wins
Eightcap9.3
BlackBull Markets9.0
PlatformsTie
Eightcap8.8
BlackBull Markets8.8
RegulationEightcap wins
Eightcap8.8
BlackBull Markets7.8
ExecutionBlackBull Markets wins
Eightcap8.8
BlackBull Markets9.2
SupportTie
Eightcap8.0
BlackBull Markets8.0
EducationTie
Eightcap7.0
BlackBull Markets7.0
InstrumentsTie
Eightcap8.5
BlackBull Markets8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionEightcapBlackBull Markets
Min Deposit$100None
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)0.0 pips (ECN Prime), 0.8 pips (Standard)
Commission$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)$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

Eightcap Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, Raw

BlackBull Markets Platforms

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

Standard, ECN Prime, ECN Institutional

Regulation & Safety

Eightcap Regulation

ASICAustraliaFCAUKCySECCyprus
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000 (CySEC entity)

BlackBull Markets Regulation

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

No EU compensation scheme (NZ-regulated)

Overall Verdict

WinnerEightcap8.4

Eightcap takes the overall win with a score of 8.4 vs 8.3, winning 2 out of 7 individual categories compared to BlackBull Markets's 1.

In terms of costs, Eightcap also leads on fees. On the regulatory front, Eightcap and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Eightcap 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 execution.

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.