A head-to-head comparison of BlackBull Markets and FP Markets across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
New Zealand-regulated ECN broker with all three major platforms, no minimum deposit on standard accounts, and good Asia-Pacific coverage.
True ECN pricing, all three major platforms, strong ASIC regulation, and IRESS integration for share CFDs - a complete package for active traders.
FP Markets edges ahead with a score of 4.5/5 vs BlackBull Markets's 4.1/5. A narrow margin, so review the breakdown below to see where each broker has a clear advantage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0 pips.
FP Markets has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Both brokers offer an equivalent platform selection with similar exclusive and proprietary options.
FP Markets edges out BlackBull Markets with a higher editorial score (4.5/5 vs 4.1/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.5/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
| Founded | 2014 | 2005 |
| Headquarters | Auckland, New Zealand | Sydney, Australia |
| Min deposit | No minimum | $100 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
| Max leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | FMA FSC | ASIC CySEC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader TradingView DXtrade | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader TradingView IRESS |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit BlackBull Markets | Visit FP Markets |
Pros
Supports all three major platforms: MT4, MT5, and cTrader
Regulated under FSC - well-established for offshore clients
No minimum deposit on standard account
Good for Asia-Pacific timezone traders
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
True ECN pricing from 0.0 pips + $6 round-turn commission
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader - all three major platforms
IRESS platform for direct-access share CFD trading
Strong ASIC and CySEC regulation
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
ECN commission of $6/lot round-turn is above some peers
Customer support timezone is NZ-centric
Brand recognition outside APAC is limited
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Cons
IRESS platform has a monthly fee for lower-volume traders
Customer support primarily oriented toward Australian trading hours
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | BlackBull Markets | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, FP Markets ranks higher with a score of 4.5/5 vs 4.1/5 for BlackBull Markets. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; BlackBull Markets and FP Markets may each suit different trader profiles.
Both BlackBull Markets and FP Markets offer spreads starting from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Consider commissions and account types when evaluating total trading costs.
BlackBull Markets has a lower minimum deposit of no minimum required, while FP Markets requires at least $100. This makes BlackBull Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both BlackBull Markets and FP Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Both are considered safe. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners: BlackBull Markets has a lower minimum deposit (no minimum), lowering the barrier to entry; both brokers offer negative balance protection. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
BlackBull Markets offers maximum leverage of 500:1, while FP Markets offers up to 500:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
Both BlackBull Markets and FP Markets charge the same commission of $6 per lot on applicable accounts.
BlackBull Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, DXtrade and FP Markets offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, IRESS; both support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView; BlackBull Markets exclusively offers DXtrade; FP Markets exclusively offers IRESS.
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