This comparison pits AvaTrade and Capital.com, both CFD-focused brokers offering crypto exposure without ownership. The tension centers on asset depth, fees, and platform tools.
AvaTrade and Capital.com are closely matched overall, but Capital.com lists far more coins (200 vs 20) while both operate under multiple regulators.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose AvaTrade if…
Choose AvaTrade if you want MT4/MT5 access and phone support.
Choose Capital.com if…
Choose Capital.com if you want 200+ crypto CFDs and no inactivity fee.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Equally matched; both have multi-jurisdiction regulation and solid oversight.
Capital.com wins for low fees with no commissions across all CFD crypto instruments.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $100 | $20▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0.9 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | $50/month (after 3 months) | $10/month (after 3 months) |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AvaTrade | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: AvaTrade rates 3.9/5 and Capital.com rates 4/5. Capital.com has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Capital.com lists a lower spread from 0.6, compared with AvaTrade's 0.9. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
Capital.com has $20, while AvaTrade requires at least $100. This makes Capital.com more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both AvaTrade and Capital.com hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Capital.com requires a lower minimum deposit ($20), lowering the barrier to entry, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
AvaTrade offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Capital.com's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
AvaTrade supports ZuluTrade, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. AvaTrade has exclusive access to ZuluTrade and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Capital.com scores better on fee criteria (no deposit fee, no inactivity fee). Always check both exchanges' current fee schedules, as maker/taker rates and withdrawal fees vary and are subject to change.
Capital.com wins; offers 200+ crypto CFDs compared with AvaTrade's 20.
Capital.com wins for beginners because of its low minimum deposit and no inactivity fee.
Equally matched; neither provides DeFi access or on-chain features.
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPalApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FSCA MFSA CBI ADGM | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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Score 3.9 / 5
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