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Eightcap Forex & CFD Broker Review | TradingView, MT4 & MT5

Eightcap is an Australia-based forex and CFD broker established in 2009, offering trading on MT4, MT5, and TradingView platforms. It is regulated by top-tier au...

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Pros & Cons

What we like and what could be improved about Eightcap

Pros

Regulated by reputable authorities (ASIC, FCA)
Supports MT4, MT5, and TradingView
Competitive spreads with low trading costs
Fast execution and reliable infrastructure
Wide range of instruments including crypto CFDs
Suitable for both beginners and advanced traders

Cons

Limited educational resources compared to competitors
No proprietary trading platform

Eightcap Overview

Key data on fees, platforms, deposits, and trading conditions

Regulation: FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), CySEC (Cyprus), SCB (Bahrain)
Minimum deposit: $100
Spreads: From 0.0 pips (Raw account) / 1.0 pips (Standard account)
Commission: Raw account: approx. 3.5 USD per lot per side
Leverage: Up to 1:500
Trading platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, TradingView

Fees

Spreads, commissions, and non-trading costs

Minimum deposit: $100
Spreads: From 0.0 pips (Raw account) / 1.0 pips (Standard account)
Commission: Raw account: approx. 3.5 USD per lot per side
Pricing model: Commission-based Raw accounts with spreads from 0.0 pips; Standard accounts spread-only pricing, no commission

Safety

Regulation, investor protection, and fund security

Regulation: FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), CySEC (Cyprus), SCB (Bahrain)
Regulated jurisdictions: Australia, United Kingdom, Cyprus, and Bahamas.
Licenses: Eightcap holds multiple regulatory licenses, including ASIC (AFSL 391441), FCA (FRN 921296), CySEC (246/14), and SCB (SIA-F220).
Investor protection: No
Segregated client funds: Yes
Negative balance protection: No

Deposit & Withdrawal

Funding methods, fees, and processing options

Deposit methods: Bank transfer, credit/debit cards, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, crypto (varies by region)
Withdrawal methods: Bank transfer, credit/debit cards, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal (same methods as deposit depending on account jurisdiction)
Withdrawal fee: Free
Payment methods: Visa, Mastercard, bank wire, e-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, PayPal), cryptocurrency (availability varies)

Trading Platforms

Desktop, web, and mobile trading software

Platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, TradingView
Mobile trading: Yes – available via MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) mobile apps
Web trader: Yes – available via TradingView web platform and browser-based trading
Charting tools: Advanced charting via TradingView, MT4, and MT5 with technical indicators and drawing tools
Social / copy trading: No – Eightcap does not offer built-in social/copy trading features
VPS hosting: Available

Markets & Products

Available instruments and product coverage

Account types: Most Trusted, Beginner Friendly, ECN Raw, Standard, Islamic, ECN, Raw, Low Spread, Crypto, Stock CFD, Scalping EA, Fast Execution
Standout feature: Low spreads from 0.0 pips with fast execution on MT4, MT5, and TradingView platforms.

Demo Account

Practice trading without risking real money

Demo account: Not available

Research & Education

Analysis tools, news, and learning resources

Research tools: Market analysis, trading signals, and third-party integrations (TradingView insights)
Educational resources: Basic trading guides, webinars, and beginner materials (limited compared to top-tier education brokers)
News & analysis: Market news feeds provide real-time updates on global financial markets, including forex, commodities, indices, and cryptocurrencies. An integrated economic calendar helps traders track key macroeconomic events, data releases, and central bank announcements that may impact price movements. In addition, Eightcap offers access to third-party analysis tools and insights through platforms like TradingView and MetaTrader, supporting technical and fundamental analysis for informed trading decisions.

Customer Support

Help channels and service availability

Support channels: 24/5 support via live chat, email, and phone
Languages: English, plus localized support depending on region (e.g., European languages via CySEC entity)

Account Types

Compare spreads, leverage, and conditions across Eightcap accounts

Standard / Raw (ECN-style)

USD, EUR, GBP, AUD (varies by region) Swap-free Bonus eligible

Min. deposit: $100
Leverage: 1:500
Spread: Variable 0.10 pips
Commission: Raw account: approx. 3.5 USD per lot per side

Spread type: Variable
Swap-free / Islamic account: Yes
Expert advisors (EAs): Yes
Hedging: Yes
VPS eligible: No
Bonus eligible: Yes
Professional features: Yes
Min trade size: 0.01
Max trade size: 200
Margin call: 80.00%
Stop out level: 50.00%
Max open positions: 300
Max daily volume: 200.00
Special conditions: Eightcap operates under multi-regulation (ASIC, FCA, CySEC, SCB), which means trading conditions such as leverage, instruments, and account eligibility may vary depending on the trader’s jurisdiction.
Exclusive offers: Accounts Currencies Min. Deposit Leverage Starting Spreads Demo Account Rollover Free Commission Max Lot Size Min Lot Size
Standard Account USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD $100 Up to 1:500 (varies by region) From 1.0 pips Yes No No commission 100 lots 0.01 lots
Raw Account USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD $100 Up to 1:500 (varies by region) From 0.0 pips Yes No ~$3.50 per lot per side 100 lots 0.01 lots
TradingView Account USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD $100 Up to 1:500 (varies by region) From 0.0–1.0 pips Yes No No commission (spread-based or Raw pricing depending setup) 100 lots 0.01 lots

Accounts	Currencies	Min. Deposit	Leverage	Starting Spreads	Demo Account	Rollover Free	Commission	Max Lot Size	Min Lot Size
Standard Account	USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD	$100	Up to 1:500 (varies by region)	From 1.0 pips	Yes	No	No commission	100 lots	0.01 lots
Raw Account	USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD	$100	Up to 1:500 (varies by region)	From 0.0 pips	Yes	No	~$3.50 per lot per side	100 lots	0.01 lots
TradingView Account	USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, NZD, SGD	$100	Up to 1:500 (varies by region)	From 0.0–1.0 pips	Yes	No	No commission (spread-based or Raw pricing depending setup)	100 lots	0.01 lots

Eightcap

4.0 Overall score

Updated Sep 11, 2026

We may earn a commission if you visit this broker. That does not affect our rating. Your capital is at risk. CFDs are complex instruments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eightcap

No, the base currency is selected during registration and cannot be changed later. You would need to open a new account if you want a different currency.

No, guaranteed stop-loss orders are not available. Stop-loss execution depends on market liquidity and volatility

Yes, dividend adjustments are applied to equity CFD positions when holding trades over ex-dividend dates.

Yes, positions can be held over weekends, but swap fees or rollover charges may apply depending on the instrument.

Yes, hedging is allowed on MT4 and MT5 where regulations permit

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