Two regulated brokers sit in a head-to-head clash, trading on distinct platform ecosystems and cost models. The axis of tension centers on platform access and fee structure.
Blueberry Markets and Capital.com are closely matched overall, but MT4/MT5 availability on Blueberry stands out as the clearest differentiator against Capital’s proprietary platform.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets if you want MT4 and MT5 support. You also get raw spreads with a direct ECN account.
Choose Capital.com if…
Choose Capital.com if you prefer a proprietary platform. Trades are zero commission on all trades.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Blueberry Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
Pros
ASIC-regulated with Tier 1 investor protections
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Raw ECN Direct account with published execution statistics
No bonus marketing, pure execution focus
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Blueberry Markets | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Blueberry Markets and Capital.com share the same editorial score of 4.3/5. One concrete differentiator: Capital.com requires a lower minimum deposit.
Blueberry Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Capital.com's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Capital.com has $20, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes Capital.com more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Blueberry Markets and Capital.com 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: Capital.com requires a lower minimum deposit ($20), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Blueberry Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Capital.com lists up to 30:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Blueberry Markets charges $8 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Capital.com are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Capital.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Capital.com wins for broader regulation including FCA and investor compensation coverage.
Blueberry Markets wins for MT4/MT5 access and raw spreads that appeal to active traders.
Blueberry Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Blueberry Markets wins for platform choice offering MT4, MT5, and cTrader.
Capital.com is best for beginners due to a $20 minimum and zero-commission trading.
Capital.com wins for instrument variety with thousands of instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2016 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $20▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $8/lot | N/A |
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| 0.8 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 3 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPalApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
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
Pros
Very low $20 minimum deposit
AI-powered pattern recognition built into proprietary platform
Zero commission on all trades
FCA, ASIC, CySEC, and MAS regulation
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Multilingual customer support
Cons
$100 minimum deposit required
Limited product range, forex, indices, commodities, crypto only
No copy trading or social features
ECN commission slightly above the cheapest competitors
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
Cons
Proprietary platform only, no MT4 or MT5
Limited product range for advanced traders
No phone support
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 4.3 / 5
Score 4.3 / 5
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