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Saxo Bank vs Eightcap

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

SB
Saxo Bank
Est. 1992 · Copenhagen, Denmark
9.0
VS
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Eightcap
Est. 2009 · Melbourne, Australia
8.4

Quick Verdict

Saxo Bank
6 categories won
Tied
0 categories
Eightcap
1 categories won

Saxo Bank scores higher overall at 9.0/10 vs 8.4/10.

Score Comparison

OverallSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank9.0
Eightcap8.4
Fees & CostsEightcap wins
Saxo Bank7.8
Eightcap9.3
PlatformsSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank9.5
Eightcap8.8
RegulationSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank9.7
Eightcap8.8
ExecutionSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank9.0
Eightcap8.8
SupportSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank8.2
Eightcap8.0
EducationSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank8.8
Eightcap7.0
InstrumentsSaxo Bank wins
Saxo Bank9.8
Eightcap8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionSaxo BankEightcap
Min DepositNone$100
EUR/USD Spread0.6 pips (Platinum), 0.8 pips (Classic)0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)
CommissionVaries by account tier$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)200:1500:1
Swap-FreeNoYes
Withdrawal FeeFreeFree

Platform Comparison

Saxo Bank Platforms

  • SaxoTraderGO
  • SaxoTraderPRO
  • SaxoInvestor
Account Types:

Classic, Platinum, VIP

Eightcap Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, Raw

Regulation & Safety

Saxo Bank Regulation

Danish FSADenmarkFCAUKASICAustralia
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

Danish Guarantee Fund up to EUR 100,000

Eightcap Regulation

ASICAustraliaFCAUKCySECCyprus
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000 (CySEC entity)

Overall Verdict

WinnerSaxo Bank9.0

Saxo Bank takes the overall win with a score of 9.0 vs 8.4, winning 6 out of 7 individual categories compared to Eightcap's 1.

In terms of costs, though Eightcap edges ahead on fees. On the regulatory front, Saxo Bank and offers stronger regulatory protection.

Choose Saxo Bank if you prioritise its strengths in the categories where it leads. Choose Eightcap if you value the specific areas where it scores higher, such as fees & costs.

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.