Eightcap vs Swissquote
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Eightcap and Swissquote compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| Eightcap | Swissquote | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | ASIC, FCA, CySEC, SCB | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | $100 or equivalent | USD 1,000 (Standard tier) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Raw); 1.0 pips (Standard) | EUR/USD 1.7 pips (Standard), 1.4 (Premium), 1.1 (Prime, USD 50,000 minimum) |
| Commission | Raw: $3.50 per standard lot per side (£2.25 GBP, €2.75 EUR); Standard: none on forex | – |
| Max leverage | – | 1:100 standard leverage (international site) |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, TradeLocker | CFXD, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
Full reviews: Eightcap review · Swissquote review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at Eightcap and Swissquote?
Eightcap: $100 or equivalent. Swissquote: USD 1,000 (Standard tier).
Are Eightcap and Swissquote regulated?
Eightcap: ASIC, FCA, CySEC, SCB. Swissquote: FCA.
Which has tighter spreads, Eightcap or Swissquote?
Published spreads start from 0.0 pips (Raw); 1.0 pips (Standard) at Eightcap and EUR/USD 1.7 pips (Standard), 1.4 (Premium), 1.1 (Prime, USD 50,000 minimum) at Swissquote; commission: Eightcap Raw: $3.50 per standard lot per side (£2.25 GBP, €2.75 EUR); Standard: none on forex, Swissquote none listed.
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