Merrill Edge
Capital.com
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Higher Rated
Capital.com
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Compare Merrill Edge and Capital.com side by side on fees, regulation, platforms and our expert ratings. Find out which broker suits your needs.
Merrill Edge
Capital.com
| Merrill Edge | Capital.com | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.2/5 | 4.0/5 ✓ |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $20 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:2 | 1:200 ✓ |
| Regulation | SEC | FCA, CySEC, ASIC ✓ |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 |
Capital.com is the better choice overall, scoring 4.0/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Merrill Edge offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowMerrill Edge
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Merrill Edge scores 3.19/5 while Capital.com scores 3.96/5 in our independent rating.
Capital.com edges ahead overall, but Merrill Edge may suit traders who prioritise different features. Read our full reviews for a detailed breakdown. Scores are based on our transparent methodology.
Merrill Edge
3.2/5
Choose Merrill Edge if you want…
Capital.com
4.0/5
Choose Capital.com if you want…
Capital.com scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Merrill Edge holds a 3.2/5 rating vs Capital.com's 4.0/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Merrill Edge offers spreads from 0 pips, while Capital.com starts at 0.6 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Merrill Edge requires a minimum deposit of $0. Capital.com requires $20.
Merrill Edge is regulated by SEC, while Capital.com holds licences from FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
Merrill Edge supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Capital.com supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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