Markets.com
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Markets.com
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Choosing between Markets.com and Capital Index depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Markets.com is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Capital Index operates from London, UK. Markets.com has the longer track record, established in 2008, 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.
Markets.com
Capital Index
Markets.com is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Capital Index offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Markets.com
3.8 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Capital Index
0.6 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Markets.com
3 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$100 vs $100
Markets.com
WinnerCapital Index
Markets.com
Capital Index
Markets.com holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Capital Index is regulated by FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities markets. Markets.com additionally covers Stocks. Capital Index adds Crypto.
On spreads, Capital Index is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at Markets.com.
Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Capital Index offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4, MT5.
Markets.com requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Capital Index sets a minimum deposit of $100. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Markets.com at 3.76/5 and Capital Index at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Markets.com leads overall with a clear advantage.
Markets.com scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Markets.com holds a 3.8/5 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.
Markets.com offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while Capital Index starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Markets.com requires a minimum deposit of $100. Capital Index requires $100.
Markets.com is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FCA, while Capital Index holds licences from FCA.
Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. 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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