Capital Index
ETX Capital
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while ETX Capital was established in 2002 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ETX Capital has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $100 at ETX Capital.
| Feature | Capital Index | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2002 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and ETX Capital, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ETX Capital has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while ETX Capital does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Capital Index charges deposit fees; ETX Capital does not. Overall, ETX Capital scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ETX Capital 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 | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Mac, Mirror Trader, Binary, 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 ETX Capital 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 | Capital Index | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Capital Index accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ETX Capital supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). ETX Capital uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. ETX Capital scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Capital Index | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 ETX Capital offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Capital Index supports 2 languages and ETX Capital supports 7, giving ETX Capital broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Capital Index | ETX Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Czech, Greek and Mandarin |