E*TRADE
Capital Index
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Choosing between E*TRADE and Capital Index depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. E*TRADE is headquartered in Arlington, USA, while Capital Index operates from London, UK. E*TRADE has the longer track record, established in 1982, 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.
E*TRADE
Capital Index
E*TRADE is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, E*TRADE offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
E*TRADE
3.6 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
E*TRADE
2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
E*TRADE
$0 vs $100
E*TRADE
WinnerCapital Index
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Lower feesCapital Index
E*TRADE holds licences from SEC, CFTC. Capital Index is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Indices, Commodities markets. E*TRADE additionally covers Stocks. Capital Index adds Forex, Cfd, Crypto.
E*TRADE supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Capital Index offers MT4, MT5.
E*TRADE requires no minimum deposit, while Capital Index sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes E*TRADE accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores E*TRADE at 3.60/5 and Capital Index at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. E*TRADE leads overall with a clear advantage.
E*TRADE scores higher overall on our independent rating system. E*TRADE 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.
E*TRADE offers spreads from 0 pips, while Capital Index starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
E*TRADE requires a minimum deposit of $0. Capital Index requires $100.
E*TRADE is regulated by SEC, CFTC, while Capital Index holds licences from FCA.
E*TRADE 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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