Two CFD specialists collide in a crypto showdown focused on security, coin selection, and platform depth. The axis of tension pits formal protection against broader asset access.
ActivTrades and Blueberry Markets are closely matched, but ActivTrades edges ahead on compensation protection for clients.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose ActivTrades if…
Choose ActivTrades for compensation protection and a proprietary platform.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets for raw ECN crypto spreads and MT4/MT5/cTrader support.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
ActivTrades wins for security with FCA regulation and GBP 1,000,000 fund protection.
Blueberry Markets offers raw ECN spreads on crypto CFDs.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.7/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | N/A | 8.00% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ActivTrades | Blueberry Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: ActivTrades rates 3.7/5 and Blueberry Markets rates 3.6/5. ActivTrades has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Blueberry Markets lists a lower spread from 0, compared with ActivTrades's 0.5. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
ActivTrades has no minimum deposit, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes ActivTrades more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both ActivTrades and Blueberry Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: ActivTrades has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ActivTrades offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Blueberry Markets's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Blueberry Markets charges $8 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ActivTrades are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
ActivTrades supports MetaTrader 4, ActivTrader, while Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. ActivTrades has exclusive access to ActivTrader. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5.
ActivTrades lists 10 coins, more than Blueberry Markets' 5.
ActivTrades wins for beginners due to stronger client protection and compensation.
Equally matched; neither broker offers DeFi access or staking.
| N/A |
| 0.8 pips |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA CMVM SCB | ASIC VFSC |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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