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Source: ForexBenchmark - Previous 7 Days Range | All Pairs | Incl. Commissions + Spreads. (Last Updated: 29 June 2026)
BlackBull Markets costs reflect spread including commission on standard lot. Afterprime costs include zero commission with Flow Rewards™ applied at standard eligible rates. Comparisons are on a like-for-like account basis.
| Volume | BlackBull Markets (cTrader) | Afterprime | Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 lots | $284.50 | $160.50 | $124.00 |
| 100 lots | $569.00 | $321.00 | $248.00 |
| 250 lots | $1422.50 | $802.50 | $620.00 |
| 500 lots | $2845.00 | $1605.00 | $1240.00 |
| 1000 lots | $5690.00 | $3210.00 | $2480.00 |
Source: ForexBenchmark - Previous 7 Days Range | All Pairs | Incl. Commissions + Spreads. (Last Updated: )
Afterprime net cost figures include Flow Rewards™ at $0.40/lot (round turn), applicable to eligible client accounts on qualifying instruments. Flow Rewards™ rates may vary. See Flow Rewards for full eligibility criteria.
Cost comparisons are based on third-party data and are for informational purposes only. Trading involves significant risk of loss. Individual trading costs will vary based on account type, instrument, and market conditions.
The spread is the primary cost of entry for any trader, but it is rarely static. Most brokers quote "typical" spreads that fluctuate wildly during high volatility or low liquidity periods (like the New York/London crossover or market open).
Traders often make the mistake of looking at commission in isolation. A low commission is meaningless if it’s paired with wide spreads or poor execution (slippage).
The Total Cost Per Lot formula is: (Spread in Pips x Pip Value) + Round Turn Commission = Total Cost
When we calculate the comparison between Afterprime and other brokers, we don't just look at a snapshot. We aggregate data across different market sessions to provide a "Net Cost" profile.
BlackBull Markets is a New Zealand-headquartered online forex and CFD broker founded in 2014 in Auckland. The broker serves clients in over 180 countries and is recognised for its institutional-grade ECN execution environment. BlackBull Markets aggregates liquidity from a wide range of tier-one banks and non-bank providers, delivering deep order books and competitive pricing. Orders are executed through Equinix data centres, including NY4, to minimise latency and support high-frequency and algorithmic trading strategies. The broker offers access to a broad range of instruments including forex, indices, commodities, equities, and cryptocurrency CFDs, along with support for copy trading solutions.
BlackBull Markets operates primarily under Black Bull Group Limited, which is registered in New Zealand and regulated by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) as a derivatives issuer. The group also includes an offshore entity, BlackBull Markets Ltd, registered in Seychelles and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). Client funds are held in segregated accounts with reputable banking partners, and the broker emphasises compliance with regulatory standards across its operating jurisdictions.
BlackBull Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and cTrader, all available across desktop, web, and mobile devices. The broker also integrates with TradingView for advanced charting and order execution. For institutional and advanced traders, BlackBull provides FIX API connectivity and VPS hosting options for low-latency algorithmic trading. Additional integrations include copy trading platforms and social trading tools.
BlackBull Markets offers three primary live account types. The Standard account is commission-free with spreads starting from approximately 0.8 pips and has no minimum deposit requirement. The Prime account features spreads from 0.1 pips with a commission of around $3.00 per lot per side and typically requires a minimum deposit of $2,000 USD. The Institutional account provides raw spreads from 0.0 pips with lower commission rates (often around $2.00 per lot per side), designed for high-volume traders, with minimum deposits starting from $20,000 USD. Swap-free (Islamic) accounts are available on request, and demo accounts can be opened for practice trading.
We curate membership to maintain clean order flow. Better flow quality means better liquidity access and more consistent execution for all members.
Flow RewardsTM start with your first trade.
Visit ForexBenchmark.com for independent, real-time spread and execution monitoring. We’re listed alongside all major brokers.
Yes. Most traders transfer accounts in 2-3 business days. We provide a migration checklist and our team assists with the process.
Afterprime is built for system-based traders who track performance and care about total cost. If you trade sporadically or prefer market execution without analysis, we’re probably not the best fit.
No. Afterprime’s commission is zero – structural, not promotional. Blackbull Markets charges commission on its Raw ECN accounts ($6 round turn on EURUSD).
Afterprime’s zero-commission model means the cost you see is the cost you get. The Forexbenchmark.com figure of $3.74/lot on EURUSD already reflects the full cost, no additional commission layer.
No. Afterprime does not support cTrader. Supported platforms: MT4, MT5, WebTrader and FIX API.
Afterprime is invite-only. Apply below and our team
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