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Choosing between Axi and Capital Index depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Axi is headquartered in Sydney, Australia, while Capital Index operates from London, UK. Axi has the longer track record, established in 2007, compared to Capital Index which was founded in 2014. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Axi
Capital Index
Axi is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Axi offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Axi
3.6 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
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2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Axi
$0 vs $100
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Lower feesAxi holds licences from ASIC, FCA. Capital Index is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. Axi additionally covers Stocks. Capital Index adds Crypto.
Axi supports MT4, Proprietary Mobile. Capital Index offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
Axi requires no minimum deposit, while Capital Index sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes Axi accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Axi at 3.62/5 and Capital Index at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Axi leads overall with a clear advantage.
Axi scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Axi holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Capital Index's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Axi offers spreads from 0 pips, while Capital Index starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Axi requires a minimum deposit of $0. Capital Index requires $100.
Axi is regulated by ASIC, FCA, while Capital Index holds licences from FCA.
Axi supports MT4, Proprietary Mobile. Capital Index supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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