Eightcap
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Choosing between Eightcap and Longbridge depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Eightcap is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, while Longbridge operates from Hong Kong. Eightcap has the longer track record, established in 2009, compared to Longbridge which was founded in 2019. 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
Longbridge
| Eightcap | Longbridge | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ✓ | SFC, MAS |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
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
Longbridge
Eightcap
Longbridge
Lower feesEightcap holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Longbridge is regulated by MAS, SFC.
Both brokers offer access to Indices markets. Eightcap additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Crypto, Commodities. Longbridge adds Stocks, Etf, Options.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. Longbridge offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Longbridge sets no minimum deposit. This makes Longbridge accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Eightcap at 3.62/5 and Longbridge 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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Longbridge
3.4/5
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Eightcap scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Eightcap holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Longbridge'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 Longbridge starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100. Longbridge requires $0.
Eightcap is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while Longbridge holds licences from SFC, MAS.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. Longbridge supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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