Blackwell Global
easyMarkets
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Overview
Blackwell Global was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while easyMarkets was established in 2003 and is based in Cyprus, Australia. Blackwell Global holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while easyMarkets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Blackwell Global serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; easyMarkets has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Blackwell Global and $100 at easyMarkets.
| Feature | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2010 | 2003 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus, Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blackwell Global and easyMarkets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. easyMarkets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Blackwell Global). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Blackwell Global charges deposit fees; easyMarkets does not. Overall, easyMarkets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Blackwell Global offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while easyMarkets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. easyMarkets supports social and copy trading features, which Blackwell Global does not offer. easyMarkets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blackwell Global and easyMarkets 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 | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Blackwell Global accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while easyMarkets supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). easyMarkets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. easyMarkets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Blackwell Global and easyMarkets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Blackwell Global supports 2 languages and easyMarkets supports 5, giving easyMarkets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Blackwell Global | easyMarkets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Polish |