Capital Index
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Capital Index | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2004 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while Uniglobe Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Uniglobe Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets 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 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Uniglobe Markets compare. Capital Index runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. Capital Index has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Capital Index publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. Capital Index integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets 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 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Uniglobe Markets 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 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |