BlackBull Markets vs FXTM (ForexTime): which broker is better in 2026?
We compare BlackBull Markets and FXTM (ForexTime) — two forex & CFD brokers — side by side across regulation, fees, platforms, minimum deposit, and our editorial scores. Based on our overall editorial score, BlackBull Markets edges ahead (3.6/5), but the right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the breakdown below.
Side-by-side comparison
CriteriaBlackBull MarketsFXTM (ForexTime)
Overall score 3.6 3.5
Regulation & safety 3.0 3.0
Fees & deposit 4.0 3.5
Platform & assets 4.0 4.0
User support 3.5 3.5
Trust score70/10068/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingViewMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5
Fee modelPrime/ECN raw account; low spreadsStandard / advantage spread; figures vary
Pros & cons
- Fast ECN execution & low spreads (Prime account)
- Wide platform selection (MT4/MT5/cTrader/TradingView)
- Regulated by New Zealand's FMA
- The NZ FMA is considered less strict than tier-1 FCA/ASIC
- Many clients via the Seychelles entity
- Leverage is high-risk
- Strong presence in Africa & Asia; good education
- FCA/CySEC licenses for certain entities
- MT4/MT5 + various account types
- Many retail clients via the Mauritius entity (lighter regulation)
- Standard spread is not the cheapest
- Leverage is high-risk
Regulation at a glance
BlackBull Markets
New Zealand (2014) — regulated by the FMA (New Zealand), FSA (Seychelles). ECN execution focus.
FXTM (ForexTime)
ForexTime (FXTM) — regulated by the FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), FSC (Mauritius). Many clients via the Mauritius entity.