Capital Index
Fidelity
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Fidelity was established in 2008 and is based in USA. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Fidelity has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $100 at Fidelity.
| Feature | Capital Index | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Fidelity, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Fidelity has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while Fidelity does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Fidelity applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Capital Index does not. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Fidelity does not. Overall, Fidelity scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Fidelity supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Fidelity supports social and copy trading features, which Capital Index does not offer. Capital Index edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Capital Index | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 8 device, Website, Trader Pro |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Fidelity 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 | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Fidelity supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Fidelity 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 | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |