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Choosing between Eightcap and M1 Finance depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Eightcap is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, while M1 Finance operates from Chicago, USA. Eightcap has the longer track record, established in 2009, compared to M1 Finance which was founded in 2015. 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
M1 Finance
Eightcap is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Eightcap offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Eightcap
3.6 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Eightcap
3 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$100 vs $100
Eightcap
WinnerM1 Finance
Eightcap
M1 Finance
Lower feesEightcap holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. M1 Finance is regulated by SEC.
Both brokers offer access to Indices markets. Eightcap additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Crypto, Commodities. M1 Finance adds Stocks.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. M1 Finance offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100, while M1 Finance sets a minimum deposit of $100. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Eightcap at 3.62/5 and M1 Finance at 3.20/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Eightcap leads overall with a clear advantage.
Eightcap scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Eightcap holds a 3.6/5 rating vs M1 Finance's 3.2/5. 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 M1 Finance starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Eightcap requires a minimum deposit of $100. M1 Finance requires $100.
Eightcap is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while M1 Finance holds licences from SEC.
Eightcap supports MT4, MT5. M1 Finance 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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