Blackbull Markets
Directshares
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Overview
Blackbull Markets was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Directshares was established in 2007 and is based in Australia. Blackbull Markets holds licences including Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR), while Directshares is regulated by The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) among others. Blackbull Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Directshares has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Blackbull Markets and $100 at Directshares.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR), FSPR number: FSP403326 | The Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) |
| Founded | 2014 | 2007 |
| Country | New Zealand | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blackbull Markets and Directshares, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Directshares has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $200 at Blackbull Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Blackbull Markets charges deposit fees; Directshares does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Blackbull Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Directshares supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Directshares supports social and copy trading features, which Blackbull Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,MT5,mac,Android.iPhone/iPad | MT4,iOS,MacBook,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blackbull Markets and Directshares 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Blackbull Markets accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Directshares supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Blackbull Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Directshares uniquely supports bank transfer among the two brokers. Blackbull Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Blackbull Markets and Directshares offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Blackbull Markets supports 15 languages and Directshares supports 2, giving Blackbull Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | Directshares |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian,Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, and Chinese |