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Eightcap vs ThinkMarkets

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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ThinkMarkets
Est. 2010 · Melbourne, Australia
8.2

Quick Verdict

Eightcap
4 categories won
Tied
1 categories
ThinkMarkets
2 categories won

Eightcap scores higher overall at 8.4/10 vs 8.2/10.

Score Comparison

OverallEightcap wins
Eightcap8.4
ThinkMarkets8.2
Fees & CostsEightcap wins
Eightcap9.3
ThinkMarkets8.3
PlatformsEightcap wins
Eightcap8.8
ThinkMarkets8.5
RegulationTie
Eightcap8.8
ThinkMarkets8.8
ExecutionEightcap wins
Eightcap8.8
ThinkMarkets8.3
SupportThinkMarkets wins
Eightcap8.0
ThinkMarkets8.2
EducationThinkMarkets wins
Eightcap7.0
ThinkMarkets7.5
InstrumentsEightcap wins
Eightcap8.5
ThinkMarkets8.0

Trading Conditions

ConditionEightcapThinkMarkets
Min Deposit$100None
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)0.0 pips (ThinkZero), 0.4 pips (Standard)
Commission$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)$3.50 per lot per side (ThinkZero), 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

ThinkMarkets Platforms

  • ThinkTrader
  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
Account Types:

Standard, ThinkZero

Regulation & Safety

Eightcap Regulation

ASICAustraliaFCAUKCySECCyprus
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000 (CySEC entity)

ThinkMarkets Regulation

FCAUKASICAustraliaFSCASouth Africa
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK entity)

Overall Verdict

WinnerEightcap8.4

Eightcap takes the overall win with a score of 8.4 vs 8.2, winning 4 out of 7 individual categories compared to ThinkMarkets's 2.

In terms of costs, Eightcap also leads on fees. On the regulatory front, Eightcap with both offering comparable regulatory protection.

Choose Eightcap if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose ThinkMarkets if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as support and education.

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.