Capital Index
Exante
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2004 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Exante compare. Capital Index runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Capital Index has a video library; Exante does not. Capital Index publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Capital Index integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Capital Index scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| 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 Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Capital Index uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Capital Index scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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. Capital Index offers live chat; Exante does not, making Capital Index easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Capital Index scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |