City Index
Deltastock
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Overview
City Index was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in UK, while Deltastock was established in 1998 and is based in Bulgaria. City Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Deltastock is regulated by Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) among others. City Index serves 14,000+ clients worldwide; Deltastock has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at City Index and $100 at Deltastock.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) | Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
| Founded | 1983 | 1998 |
| Country | UK | Bulgaria |
| Clients | 14,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between City Index and Deltastock, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Deltastock has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25 at City Index). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. City Index charges deposit fees; Deltastock does not. Overall, City Index scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
City Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Deltastock supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. City Index supports social and copy trading features, which Deltastock does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how City Index and Deltastock compare. Deltastock has a video library; City Index does not. Deltastock integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); City Index does not. Deltastock scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. City Index accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Deltastock supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). City Index uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. City Index scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 City Index and Deltastock offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. City Index supports 6 languages and Deltastock supports 2, giving City Index broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | City Index | Deltastock |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, German, Arabic, Polish, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |