Capital Index
Circle Markets
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Circle Markets was established in 2007 and is based in New Zealand. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Circle Markets is regulated by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Circle Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $100 at Circle Markets.
| Feature | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2007 |
| Country | Cyprus | New Zealand |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Circle Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Circle Markets does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Circle Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Circle Markets 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. Capital Index scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Capital Index accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Circle Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Capital Index and Circle Markets 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 | Capital Index | Circle Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |