Eightcap
Spreadex
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Overview
Eightcap was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Spreadex was established in 1999 and is based in UK. Eightcap holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Spreadex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Eightcap serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Spreadex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Eightcap and $0 at Spreadex.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), registration number 190941 |
| Founded | 2009 | 1999 |
| Country | Australia | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Eightcap and Spreadex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Spreadex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Eightcap). Eightcap charges withdrawal fees while Spreadex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Spreadex does not. Overall, Spreadex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Eightcap offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Spreadex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Eightcap and Spreadex compare. Spreadex runs regular live webinars; Eightcap does not. Spreadex has a video library; Eightcap does not. Spreadex publishes daily market commentary; Eightcap does not. Spreadex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Eightcap does not. Spreadex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Spreadex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Eightcap accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Spreadex supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill). Spreadex uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. Spreadex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Eightcap and Spreadex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Eightcap supports 2 languages and Spreadex supports 1, giving Eightcap broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Eightcap | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |