This comparison pits cost and platform breadth against regulated research and long-term investing tools. The axis: Fidelity's zero-fee funds and research vs BlackBull's DMA access and multi-platform suite.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose BlackBull Markets if you want a broad 23,000+ share CFD offering and genuine DMA via IRESS. You also gain access to MT4, MT5, cTrader, and TradingView.
Choose if…
Choose Fidelity if you prefer commission-free US stocks and ETFs and robust research. You also gain access to Active Trader Pro and third-party research.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.7/ 5 | 4.6/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | No minimum | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | BlackBull Markets | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Pass |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Pass |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
Fidelity rates 4.6/5 versus 3.7/5 for BlackBull Markets. Fidelity edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
BlackBull Markets starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Fidelity. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
BlackBull Markets requires no minimum deposit required. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Fidelity.
Both BlackBull Markets and Fidelity 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, BlackBull Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
BlackBull Markets lists maximum leverage of 20:1, while Fidelity lists up to 1:4. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
BlackBull Markets charges $6 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Fidelity are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
BlackBull Markets supports TradingView, cTrader, DXtrade, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Fidelity supports Active Trader Pro, Proprietary Web/Mobile. BlackBull Markets has exclusive access to TradingView and cTrader and DXtrade and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Fidelity has exclusive access to Active Trader Pro and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Fidelity offers commission-free stock trading while BlackBull Markets does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
Fidelity leads for low-cost trading with commission-free stock and ETF trades.
Fidelity offers stronger investor protection with SIPC coverage and SEC/FINRA oversight.
Fidelity excels for long-term investing with zero-expense-index funds.
Fidelity wins for active trading with Active Trader Pro and research.
Fidelity is best for beginners due to fractional shares and commission-free trading.
BlackBull provides access to 20 exchanges, broader global reach.
| 0.6 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferACHWire transferCheque |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free EFT; $10 wire transfer |
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| Commission-free | No | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | Yes |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | Yes |
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| Extended hours | No | Yes |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | FSC FMA | SEC FINRA |
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| Platforms | TradingView cTrader DXtrade MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Active Trader Pro Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Fidelity is the overall winner by editorial score, outperforming BlackBull Markets across trust & regulation, fees & spreads, platforms & tools.
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