BlackBull Markets and FP Markets compete on regulation, pricing, and platform breadth. The edge rests on how each balances trust, fees, and platform choice across APAC focus.
FP Markets edges BlackBull Markets on the editorial score, supported by higher Trust & Regulation and an extra platform option through IRESS.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose BlackBull Markets if…
Choose BlackBull Markets if you want zero minimum deposit on standard accounts and access to MT4, MT5, and cTrader. It suits traders who value broad platform compatibility.
Choose FP Markets if…
Choose FP Markets if you want true ECN pricing from 0.0 pips with a $6 round-turn commission and access to IRESS for share CFDs. You also gain strong ASIC and CySEC regulation with investor compensation.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.5/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | BlackBull Markets | FP Markets |
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| 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 |
The scores are close: BlackBull Markets rates 4.1/5 and FP Markets rates 4.5/5. FP Markets 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.
Both BlackBull Markets and FP Markets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
BlackBull Markets has no minimum deposit, 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. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: BlackBull Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
BlackBull Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while FP Markets lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both BlackBull Markets and FP Markets charge the same commission of $6 per lot on applicable accounts.
BlackBull Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, DXtrade, MetaTrader 4, while FP Markets supports cTrader, IRESS, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and TradingView and MetaTrader 4. BlackBull Markets has exclusive access to DXtrade. FP Markets has exclusive access to IRESS.
FP Markets wins for safety & regulation due to ASIC and CySEC oversight.
BlackBull Markets wins for active traders with 26,000 instruments.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
FP Markets wins for platform choice with IRESS and multiple major platforms.
BlackBull Markets wins for beginners due to a $0 minimum deposit.
BlackBull Markets wins for instrument variety with 26,000 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2014 | 2005 |
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| Headquarters | Auckland, New Zealand | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
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| 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPOLiPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPOLi |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSC FMA | ASIC CySEC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 TradingView DXtrade MetaTrader 4 | cTrader IRESS MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
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Score 4.1 / 5
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