A head-to-head comparison of Blueberry Markets and FBS across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Pure ASIC-regulated ECN broker with raw spreads from 0.0 pips and a $8 round-turn commission on the Direct account - a straightforward professional-grade execution desk without the marketing overhead of larger brokers.
Blueberry Markets edges ahead with a score of 4.3/5 vs FBS's 3.9/5. 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.
Blueberry Markets has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Blueberry Markets has a cost edge: lower commission ($8/lot).
Blueberry Markets offers more exclusive platform options: cTrader.
Blueberry Markets edges out FBS with a higher editorial score (4.3/5 vs 3.9/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
| Founded | 2016 | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Belize City, Belize |
| Min deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | $8/lot | $20/lot |
| Max leverage | 500:1 | 3000:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FSCA CySEC IFSC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit Blueberry Markets | Visit FBS |
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
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 $1 minimum deposit on Cent accounts
MT4 and MT5 on all account types
Multiple account types including Cent, Zero Spread, and ECN
Widely available across Southeast Asia, MENA, and Africa
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
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
Primary entity uses IFSC Belize - offshore, limited investor protection
Bonus turnover requirements are onerous
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a significant risk factor for retail clients
No top-tier regulatory licence
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Blueberry Markets | FBS |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Fail |
| 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 | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, Blueberry Markets ranks higher with a score of 4.3/5 vs 3.9/5 for FBS. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; Blueberry Markets and FBS may each suit different trader profiles.
Both Blueberry Markets and FBS offer spreads starting from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Consider commissions and account types when evaluating total trading costs.
FBS has a lower minimum deposit of $1, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes FBS more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Blueberry Markets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, VFSC), providing stronger investor protections. FBS may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Always verify regulatory status with the broker directly before depositing funds.
For beginners: FBS has a lower minimum deposit ($1), lowering the barrier to entry; both brokers offer negative balance protection. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
Blueberry Markets offers maximum leverage of 500:1, while FBS offers up to 3000:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
Blueberry Markets charges $8 per lot, lower than FBS's $20 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Blueberry Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and FBS offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5; both support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5; Blueberry Markets exclusively offers cTrader.
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