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Choosing between XTB and Eightcap depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XTB is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, while Eightcap operates from Melbourne, Australia. XTB has the longer track record, established in 2002, 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.
XTB
Eightcap
| XTB | Eightcap | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.6/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $100 |
| Spread from | 0.1 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 | 1:500 |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC | ASIC, FCA, CySEC ✓ |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | MT4, MT5 |
XTB is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Eightcap offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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XTB holds licences from FCA, CySEC. Eightcap is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. XTB additionally covers Stocks. Eightcap adds Crypto.
On spreads, Eightcap is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.1 pips at XTB.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Eightcap offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
XTB requires no minimum deposit, while Eightcap sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes XTB accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XTB at 3.81/5 and Eightcap at 3.62/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XTB leads overall with a clear advantage.
XTB
3.8/5
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Eightcap
3.6/5
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XTB scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XTB holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Eightcap's 3.6/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
XTB offers spreads from 0.1 pips, while Eightcap starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XTB requires a minimum deposit of $0. Eightcap requires $100.
XTB is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while Eightcap holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Eightcap supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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