EightCap and Fusion Markets face off in a high stakes comparison of costs, platforms, and regulation. The axis of tension centers on support, charting tools, and instrument variety.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose EightCap if you value 24/5 live chat and phone support.
Choose if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want no minimum deposit and lower commissions at $4.50/lot.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Pros
MT4, MT5, cTrader, and TradingView all available on one account
Capitalise.ai code-free automation included at no extra cost
ASIC (391441) and FCA (921296) dual regulation
Razor account: raw EUR/USD from 0.0 pips at $7 round-turn commission
No minimum deposit on Standard account
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | EightCap | Fusion Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Pass | 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 | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: EightCap rates 4.3/5 and Fusion Markets rates 4.2/5. EightCap 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 EightCap and Fusion Markets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, while EightCap requires at least $100. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both EightCap and Fusion 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: Fusion 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.
EightCap lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Fusion Markets 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.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 per lot, lower than EightCap's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
EightCap supports TradingView, cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. EightCap has exclusive access to TradingView.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
EightCap holds ASIC and FCA dual regulation with investor compensation and segregated client funds.
EightCap wins for active traders thanks to four platforms and broad instrument coverage.
Fusion Markets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($4.5/lot).
EightCap offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, and TradingView, giving the widest platform choice.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, lowering entry barriers for new traders.
EightCap leads with 800 instruments, far more than Fusion Markets' 250.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2009 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $4.5/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.45 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 12 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FCA SCB | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | TradingView cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
Among the lowest ECN commissions globally at $4.50/lot round-turn
No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader
ASIC regulated with strong Australian broker infrastructure
ETF CFDs available at the same ultra-low commission rate
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Cons
$100 minimum on Razor ECN account
Shorter public track record than IC Markets or Pepperstone
Research and educational content thinner than larger peers
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
Cons
Smaller, newer broker (est. 2017) with limited global brand recognition
Limited research and educational content
VFSC license used for non-AU clients offers fewer protections
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
EightCap and Fusion Markets are closely matched overall. EightCap differentiates with a broader instrument range (800 vs 250), while Fusion Markets offers a narrower lineup.
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