Eightcap
Trade360
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Overview
Eightcap was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Trade360 was established in 2013 and is based in Cyprus. Eightcap holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Trade360 is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Eightcap serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trade360 has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Eightcap and $1 at Trade360.
| Feature | Eightcap | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Eightcap and Trade360, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Trade360 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Eightcap). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Trade360 does not. Trade360 charges deposit fees; Eightcap does not. Overall, Trade360 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Eightcap | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Eightcap offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trade360 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 | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Eightcap and Trade360 compare. Trade360 runs regular live webinars; Eightcap does not. Trade360 has a video library; Eightcap does not. Trade360 publishes daily market commentary; Eightcap does not. Trade360 integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Eightcap does not. Trade360 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Trade360 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Eightcap | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trade360 supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Eightcap | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| 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 Trade360 offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Eightcap | Trade360 |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |