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Choosing between Capital.com and Admiral Markets depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Capital.com is headquartered in London, UK, while Admiral Markets operates from Tallinn, Estonia. Admiral Markets has the longer track record, established in 2001, compared to Capital.com which was founded in 2016. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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Admiral Markets
| Capital.com | Admiral Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.0/5 ✓ | 3.8/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $20 | $100 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:200 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC, ASIC | FCA, CySEC, ASIC |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
Capital.com is the better choice overall, scoring 4.0/5 vs 3.8/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Admiral Markets offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Capital.com holds licences from FCA, ASIC, CySEC. Admiral Markets is regulated by FCA, ASIC, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Cfd, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Admiral Markets is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at Capital.com.
Capital.com supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, MT4.
Capital.com requires a minimum deposit of $20, while Admiral Markets sets a minimum deposit of $100. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Capital.com at 3.96/5 and Admiral Markets at 3.77/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Capital.com leads overall with a clear advantage.
Capital.com
4.0/5
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Admiral Markets
3.8/5
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Capital.com scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Capital.com holds a 4.0/5 rating vs Admiral Markets's 3.8/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Capital.com offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while Admiral Markets starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Capital.com requires a minimum deposit of $20. Admiral Markets requires $100.
Capital.com is regulated by FCA, CySEC, ASIC, while Admiral Markets holds licences from FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
Capital.com supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Admiral Markets supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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