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Choosing between DEGIRO and Capital Index depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. DEGIRO is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, while Capital Index operates from London, UK. DEGIRO has the longer track record, established in 2013, 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.
DEGIRO
Capital Index
DEGIRO is the better choice overall, scoring 3.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, DEGIRO offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
DEGIRO
3.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
1 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
DEGIRO
$0 vs $100
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Lower feesCapital Index
DEGIRO holds licences from FCA. Capital Index is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Indices, Commodities markets. DEGIRO additionally covers Stocks. Capital Index adds Forex, Cfd, Crypto.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Capital Index offers MT4, MT5.
DEGIRO requires no minimum deposit, while Capital Index sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes DEGIRO accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores DEGIRO at 3.27/5 and Capital Index at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. DEGIRO leads overall with a clear advantage.
DEGIRO scores higher overall on our independent rating system. DEGIRO holds a 3.3/5 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.
DEGIRO offers spreads from 0 pips, while Capital Index starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
DEGIRO requires a minimum deposit of $0. Capital Index requires $100.
DEGIRO is regulated by FCA, while Capital Index holds licences from FCA.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, 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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