Blueberry Marketsvs
Blueberry Markets and Markets.com face off on regulation, cost and platform approach. The contrast between pure ECN execution and broad instrument coverage shapes the showdown.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Blueberry Markets: Choose Blueberry Markets if you want ASIC regulation and a raw ECN trading environment with published execution statistics. It uses MT4/MT5 and cTrader, but lacks a dedicated phone support channel. Markets.com: Choose Markets.com if you want 2,200+ instruments and four-regulator protection. You gain a proprietary platform alongside MT4/MT5 and access to phone support.
Choose if…
Blueberry Markets: Choose Blueberry Markets if you want ASIC regulation and a raw ECN trading environment with published execution statistics. It uses MT4/MT5 and cTrader, but lacks a dedicated phone support channel. Markets.com: Choose Markets.com if you want 2,200+ instruments and four-regulator protection. You gain a proprietary platform alongside MT4/MT5 and access to phone support.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| 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 | Markets.com |
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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 | Pass |
| 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 Markets.com rates 4/5. 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.
Blueberry Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Markets.com's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Markets.com has $25, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes Markets.com more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Blueberry Markets and Markets.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: Markets.com requires a lower minimum deposit ($25), 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 Markets.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 Markets.com are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Markets.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader. Markets.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Blueberry Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Markets.com, reducing trading costs.
Markets.com wins for safety & regulation with multi-jurisdiction oversight and investor protections.
Blueberry Markets is best for active traders due to raw ECN pricing and 500:1 leverage.
Blueberry Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Markets.com wins for platform choice due to a proprietary platform option.
Markets.com wins for beginners with a lower minimum deposit and broader protections.
Markets.com wins for instrument variety with 2,200+ CFDs.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $25▼ 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 | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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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 | ASIC CySEC FCA FSCA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 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
CySEC, FCA, ASIC, and FSCA four-jurisdiction regulation
$25 minimum deposit - lowest among brokers with this regulatory stack
2,200+ instruments including shares CFDs
FSCS protection (UK) and ICF compensation (EU)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
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
Cons
Spread-only pricing, no raw ECN account
Research tools limited, no analyst reports or stock screener
Not available to US clients
Platform analytical depth below Saxo or IG
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
Blueberry Markets edges Markets.com on editorial score due to ASIC regulation and a pure ECN execution-focused model.
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