BDSwiss
Capital Index
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Overview
BDSwiss was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Mauritius, while Capital Index was established in 2004 and is based in Cyprus. BDSwiss holds licences including BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, while Capital Index is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. BDSwiss serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Capital Index has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at BDSwiss and $250 at Capital Index.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Regulation | BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, licence no. SD047) Registered address: Suite 3, Global Village, Jivan’s Complex, Mont Fleuri, Mahe, Seychelles | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2004 |
| Country | Mauritius | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BDSwiss 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 BDSwiss). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while BDSwiss does not, giving BDSwiss an edge for frequent withdrawers. BDSwiss charges deposit fees; Capital Index does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
BDSwiss offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while Capital Index supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 ,Android,iPhone,Mac | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BDSwiss and Capital Index compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | BDSwiss | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. BDSwiss 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 | BDSwiss | 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 BDSwiss 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 | BDSwiss | Capital Index |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |