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Choosing between Eightcap and LHV depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Eightcap is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, while LHV operates from Tallinn, Estonia. LHV has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Eightcap which was founded in 2009. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Eightcap
LHV
| Eightcap | LHV | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | ASIC, FCA, CySEC ✓ | Finantsinspektsioon, FCA |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker |
Eightcap is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Eightcap offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowEightcap
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Eightcap
LHV
Lower feesEightcap holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. LHV is regulated by FCA, Finantsinspektsioon.
Both brokers offer access to Crypto, Indices markets. Eightcap additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Commodities. LHV adds Stocks, Etf.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. LHV offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100, while LHV sets no minimum deposit. This makes LHV accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Eightcap at 3.62/5 and LHV at 3.36/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Eightcap leads overall with a clear advantage.
Eightcap
3.6/5
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LHV
3.4/5
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Eightcap scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Eightcap holds a 3.6/5 rating vs LHV's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Eightcap offers spreads from 0 pips, while LHV starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100. LHV requires $0.
Eightcap is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while LHV holds licences from Finantsinspektsioon, FCA.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. LHV supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, LHV Broker.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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