Capital Index
Nadex
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Nadex was established in 2008 and is based in USA. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Nadex is regulated by Unregulated among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Nadex has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | Capital Index | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Nadex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while Nadex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Nadex applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Capital Index does not. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Nadex does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Capital Index | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Nadex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Nadex 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 | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Web,iPad,mac,Desktop,iPhoneiOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Nadex compare. Capital Index runs regular live webinars; Nadex does not. Capital Index has a video library; Nadex does not. Capital Index publishes daily market commentary; Nadex does not. Capital Index integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Nadex does not. Capital Index maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Capital Index scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Capital Index | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Nadex supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Nadex 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 | Nadex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |