Blueberry Markets and Global Prime deliver ASIC-regulated ECN options with similar costs, yet they diverge on platforms, support and instrument breadth, setting up a close, tension-filled comparison.
Blueberry Markets and Global Prime are closely matched on regulation and costs, but Blueberry's 300-instrument breadth stands out.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets if you want MT4 MT5 and cTrader access. You also get 24/5 live chat.
Choose Global Prime if…
Choose Global Prime if you value transparent execution reports and MT4 plus cTrader.
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 | 4.3/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5 | 4.5 / 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 | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: Blueberry Markets rates 4.3/5 and Global Prime rates 4.2/5. Blueberry 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 Blueberry Markets and Global Prime start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Blueberry Markets has $100, while Global Prime requires at least $200. This makes Blueberry Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Blueberry Markets and Global Prime 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: Blueberry Markets requires a lower minimum deposit ($100), 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 Global Prime 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.
Global Prime charges $7 per lot, lower than Blueberry Markets's $8 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Global Prime supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4. Both provide cTrader and MetaTrader 4. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
equally matched
Global Prime suits active traders with lower commission per lot and true NDD execution.
Global Prime is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($7/lot).
Blueberry Markets wins for platform choice because it offers MT4 MT5 and cTrader.
Blueberry Markets is better for beginners due to a $100 minimum deposit.
Blueberry Markets leads with 300 instruments versus Global Prime's 150.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2010 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $100▼ lower | $200 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $8/lot | $7/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.8 pips | 0.7 pips▼ lower |
| 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 card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrill |
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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 | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | cTrader 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
ASIC regulated with published quarterly execution quality reports
Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with $7 round-turn commission
True NDD execution, no internal position matching
MT4 and cTrader available
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
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
$200 minimum deposit
Limited product range, forex and major CFD classes only
No proprietary platform or copy trading
No investor compensation scheme
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
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