Two regulated brokers clash on regulation, costs, and platforms, highlighting divergent strengths for traders seeking execution style versus product breadth.
CMC Markets edges Blueberry Markets on the editorial score (4.5 vs 4.3) due to higher regulation and better platform score.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets if you want ASIC-backed trust and transparent pricing with raw spreads from 0 pips on the Direct ECN account. It provides MT4, MT5, and cTrader plus segregated funds and 24/5 live chat, with a $8/lot commission.
Choose CMC Markets if…
Choose CMC Markets if you value regulation breadth with FCA oversight, investor compensation, and a larger instrument universe. It offers a best-in-class proprietary platform alongside MT4 and a multilingual, 24/5 support structure for traders worldwide.
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 0.70 pips for CMC Markets, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.5/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5 | 4.6 / 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 | CMC 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Blueberry Markets rates 4.3/5 and CMC Markets rates 4.5/5. CMC 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.
Blueberry Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than CMC Markets's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
CMC Markets has no minimum deposit, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes CMC Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Blueberry Markets and CMC 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: CMC 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.
Blueberry Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while CMC Markets 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 CMC Markets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while CMC Markets supports ProRealTime, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5. CMC Markets has exclusive access to ProRealTime and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
CMC Markets wins for safety & regulation, holding FCA and multiple tier-one regulators.
Blueberry Markets wins for active traders with raw 0-pip spreads and high leverage.
Blueberry Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
CMC Markets wins for platform choice with a best-in-class proprietary platform.
CMC Markets wins for instrument variety with around 12,000 offerings.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 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 | 1989 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.7 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 12 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | 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 | ASIC VFSC | FCA ASIC DFSA FMA BaFin |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | ProRealTime Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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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
FCA-regulated, LSE-listed
Excellent proprietary platform
MT4 also available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
$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
Inactivity fee after 12 months
No raw spread account option
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