Capital Index
FXCM
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while FXCM was established in 1999 and is based in United States. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FXCM has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $1 at FXCM.
| Feature | Capital Index | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 1999 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and FXCM, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FXCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while FXCM does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Capital Index charges deposit fees; FXCM does not. Overall, FXCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FXCM 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 | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, NinjaTrader, 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 FXCM 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 | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FXCM supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FXCM 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 | FXCM |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |