Advanced Global Markets
Blackbull Markets
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Blackbull Markets was established in 2014 and is based in New Zealand. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Blackbull Markets is regulated by Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Blackbull Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $200 at Blackbull Markets.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $200 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR), FSPR number: FSP403326 |
| Founded | 1992 | 2014 |
| Country | Cyprus | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Blackbull Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blackbull Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Blackbull Markets does not. Overall, Blackbull Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Blackbull Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | MT4,MT5,mac,Android.iPhone/iPad |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and Blackbull Markets compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Blackbull Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Advanced Global Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Blackbull Markets supports 3 (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Advanced Global Markets uniquely supports bank transfer among the two brokers. Blackbull Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Blackbull Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | No |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Advanced Global Markets and Blackbull Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Advanced Global Markets supports 2 languages and Blackbull Markets supports 15, giving Blackbull Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Blackbull Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian,Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian |