Amscot Stockbroking
Capital Index
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Capital Index was established in 2004 and is based in Cyprus. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while Capital Index is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Capital Index has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $250 at Capital Index.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 |
| Founded | 1853 | 2004 |
| Country | Austrailia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and Capital Index, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Capital Index has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Amscot Stockbroking does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while Capital Index supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Capital Index edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | IRESSTrader,IRESSInvestor,netIRESS,XPLAN | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Amscot Stockbroking and Capital Index compare. Capital Index runs regular live webinars; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Capital Index has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Capital Index publishes daily market commentary; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Capital Index integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Amscot Stockbroking does not. Capital Index maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Capital Index scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Amscot Stockbroking accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Capital Index supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Amscot Stockbroking and Capital Index offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |