Blueberry Markets and OANDA sit on opposite ends of the forex broker spectrum. The tension centers on regulation, protections, and platform depth.
OANDA edges Blueberry Markets on the editorial score, driven by broader regulation, investor compensation, and phone and multilingual support.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Blueberry Markets if…
Choose Blueberry Markets if you want raw 0-pip spreads delivered via an ECN Direct account, a $100 minimum deposit, strong execution discipline, and access to MT4, MT5, and cTrader without marketing bonuses, plus transparent pricing and no inactivity fees.
Choose OANDA if…
Choose OANDA if you want broader regulation, investor protection through an investor compensation scheme, phone support, multilingual service, MT4 and MT5 plus a proprietary web and mobile platform, and extensive research resources that help you plan trades and test ideas.
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 1.00 pips for OANDA, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5 | 4.8 / 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 | OANDA |
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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 OANDA rates 4.6/5. OANDA 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 OANDA's 1 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
OANDA has no minimum deposit, while Blueberry Markets requires at least $100. This makes OANDA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Blueberry Markets and OANDA 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: OANDA 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 OANDA lists up to 50:1. 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 OANDA are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Blueberry Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while OANDA supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Blueberry Markets has exclusive access to cTrader. OANDA has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView.
OANDA wins for safety and regulation due to its multiple top-tier regulators and investor compensation scheme.
Blueberry Markets wins for active traders thanks to raw 0 pip spreads and high 500:1 leverage.
Blueberry Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
OANDA wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5, proprietary web/mobile, and TradingView access.
Blueberry Markets wins for instrument variety with 300 assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2016 | 1996 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | New York, United States |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $8/lot | N/A |
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| 0.8 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 50:1▲ higher |
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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 transferDebit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free for ACH |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA ASIC CBI CMF NFA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView 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
Available to US residents (NFA-registered)
Best-in-class research and economic data
No minimum deposit
MT4, MT5 and proprietary platforms
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
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
Spreads slightly wider than ECN-style brokers
No copy trading
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
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