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easyMarkets vs Eightcap
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | easyMarkets | Eightcap |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.7/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.3 (1,929 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.1 (3,898 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.9 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:400 | 1:500 |
| Regulators | ASIC, CySEC, BVIFSC, FSA | CySEC, SCB, FCA, ASIC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, easyMarkets Web | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Standard, VIP, Premium | Standard, Raw |
| Founded | 2001 | 2009 |
| Spread type | Variable | Variable |
| Commission | Varies by account type | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- easyMarkets has a lower listed minimum deposit ($25 vs $100).
- Eightcap has the higher BrokaBoy score (8.6/10 vs 7.7/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with ASIC, CySEC.
- Only easyMarkets lists easyMarkets Web among its platforms.
Which should you choose?
- Choose easyMarkets if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose easyMarkets if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (4 vs 3).
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, easyMarkets or Eightcap?+
easyMarkets has the lower listed minimum deposit ($25 vs $100). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are easyMarkets and Eightcap regulated by the same authorities?+
They share ASIC, CySEC. easyMarkets lists ASIC, CySEC, BVIFSC, FSA; Eightcap lists CySEC, SCB, FCA, ASIC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Eightcap scores 8.6/10 against 7.7/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do easyMarkets and Eightcap support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView. easyMarkets lists more platforms overall.
