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Tickmill vs Eightcap

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

T
Tickmill
Est. 2014 · London, UK
8.5
VS
E
Eightcap
Est. 2009 · Melbourne, Australia
8.4

Quick Verdict

Tickmill
4 categories won
Tied
0 categories
Eightcap
3 categories won

Tickmill scores higher overall at 8.5/10 vs 8.4/10.

Score Comparison

OverallTickmill wins
Tickmill8.5
Eightcap8.4
Fees & CostsEightcap wins
Tickmill9.0
Eightcap9.3
PlatformsEightcap wins
Tickmill8.0
Eightcap8.8
RegulationTickmill wins
Tickmill9.0
Eightcap8.8
ExecutionTickmill wins
Tickmill9.0
Eightcap8.8
SupportTickmill wins
Tickmill8.3
Eightcap8.0
EducationTickmill wins
Tickmill8.0
Eightcap7.0
InstrumentsEightcap wins
Tickmill7.5
Eightcap8.5

Trading Conditions

ConditionTickmillEightcap
Min Deposit€100$100
EUR/USD Spread0.0 pips (Raw), 1.6 pips (Classic)0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)
Commission$2.00 per lot per side (Raw), None (Classic)$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)
Leverage (Retail)30:130:1
Leverage (Pro)500:1500:1
Swap-FreeYesYes
Withdrawal FeeFreeFree

Platform Comparison

Tickmill Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • Tickmill App
Account Types:

Classic, Raw, Tickmill Trader

Eightcap Platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • TradingView
Account Types:

Standard, Raw

Regulation & Safety

Tickmill Regulation

CySECCyprusFCAUKFSASeychelles
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000

Eightcap Regulation

ASICAustraliaFCAUKCySECCyprus
ESMA CompliantYes
Neg. Balance ProtectionYes
Segregated FundsYes
Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000 (CySEC entity)

Overall Verdict

WinnerTickmill8.5

Tickmill takes the overall win with a score of 8.5 vs 8.4, winning 4 out of 7 individual categories compared to Eightcap's 3.

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

Choose Tickmill 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, 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.