XM versus Eightcap

Traders at Eightcap get the out-of-the-box MT4/MT5 trading platforms, with complete support for algorithmic trading and integrated copy trading services. Eightcap also offers Capitalise AI, enabling traders to automate strategies in a code-free environment. The most recent additions to the Eightcap product portfolio are the dedicated cryptocurrency solution Cryptocrusher and services by the Amazing Trader.

XM presents traders with a well-balanced multi-asset broker. Besides the core MT4/MT5, XM maintains low trading costs and a balanced asset selection. It is also one of the most accessible brokers with a $5 minimum deposit requirement, while generous bonuses and incentives are also available. XM also features quality trading tools.

We have conducted an in-depth review of Eightcap and XM to determine which presents the better overall choice and which traders will benefit the most at either broker.

• Features and Platforms
• Available Markets
• Typical Spreads and Fees
• Security and Trust
• XM versus Eightcap - Verdict

Features and Platforms

Features & Platforms	Eightcap (visit site)	XM (visit site)
Headquarter:	Australia	Belize
Established :	2009	2009
Retail Loss Rate:	Undisclosed	75.59%
Regulation:
Minimum Deposit:	$100	$5
Demo Account:
Managed Account:
Islamic Account:
Inactivity Fee		$5 monthly after 90 days
Deposit Fee:	Third-Party	No
Withdrawal Fee	Third-Party	Third-Party
Funding Methods:	13	25+
MT4:
MT5:
cTrader:
Proprietary Platform:
Automated Trading:
Social / Copy Trading:
MT4/MT5 Add-ons:
Guaranteed Stop Loss:
Negative Balance Protection:
Bonuses and Promotions:
Unique Feature One:	Cutting-edge trading tools	Low trading costs
Unique Feature Two:	Competitive cost structure	Excellent order execution
Broker Offers:	See what Eightcap offers	See what XM offers

Noteworthy:

Both brokers offer quality education and research. XM features one of the most efficient order execution environments, mostly without requotes or rejections, while Eightcap has the MAM module for account managers.

Available Markets

Eightcap has 40+ currency pairs and 250+ cryptocurrency CFDs, making it a leader in the crypto category. The list of trading instruments exceeds 1,000, bested by 1,300+ at XM, where Forex and equity traders get a better choice of trading instruments. Both brokers maintain a balanced asset selection suitable for most traders.

Typical Spreads and Fees

Both brokers offer traders a competitive pricing environment. XM has an edge with its commission-based costs structure and minimum Forex costs of $6.00 per round lot plus a volume-based rebate program. Eightcap counters with a minimum commission-based fee of $7.00 per lot, but it ranks among the lowest-priced cryptocurrency CFD brokers.