Blackbull Markets
icm capital
BrokerDataNet earns affiliate commission from brokers listed on this site. This does not affect our ratings or editorial independence.
Overview
Blackbull Markets was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while icm capital was established in 2015 and is based in Geneva. Blackbull Markets holds licences including Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR), while icm capital is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Blackbull Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; icm capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Blackbull Markets and $250 at icm capital.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR), FSPR number: FSP403326 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F258 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
| Country | New Zealand | Geneva |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blackbull Markets and icm capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blackbull Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at icm capital). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Blackbull Markets charges deposit fees; icm capital does not. Overall, Blackbull Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Blackbull Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while icm capital supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. icm capital supports social and copy trading features, which Blackbull Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blackbull Markets and icm capital 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 | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 icm capital supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). icm capital uniquely supports bank transfer and PayPal among the two brokers. icm capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
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 icm capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Blackbull Markets supports 15 languages and icm capital supports 8, giving Blackbull Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Blackbull Markets | icm capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |