Eightcap vs FXTM (ForexTime): which broker is better in 2026?
We compare Eightcap 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, Eightcap edges ahead (3.8/5), but the right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the breakdown below.
Side-by-side comparison
CriteriaEightcapFXTM (ForexTime)
Overall score 3.8 3.5
Regulation & safety 3.5 3.0
Fees & deposit 4.0 3.5
Platform & assets 4.0 4.0
User support 3.5 3.5
Trust score74/10068/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView (integrated)MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5
Fee modelRaw + commission or Standard; competitiveStandard / advantage spread; figures vary
Pros & cons
- ASIC/FCA/CySEC regulation + seamless TradingView integration
- Competitive raw spreads
- Many crypto CFD markets
- Relatively smaller brand
- Some clients via the SCB Bahamas 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
Eightcap
Australian (2009) — regulated by ASIC (Australia), FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), SCB (Bahamas). TradingView integration.
FXTM (ForexTime)
ForexTime (FXTM) — regulated by the FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), FSC (Mauritius). Many clients via the Mauritius entity.