A head-to-head comparison of AMarkets and Capital.com across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
SVG FSA-regulated broker with genuine ECN conditions on MT4, MT5, and cTrader, a well-regarded PAMM system, and an established following in Russia, Ukraine, and Central Asia.
Very low minimum deposit, AI-powered trading insights, zero commission, and strong FCA/ASIC/CySEC regulation - accessible for new traders.
Capital.com edges ahead with a score of 4.3/5 vs AMarkets's 3.8/5. A narrow margin, so review the breakdown below to see where each broker has a clear advantage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0 pips vs 0.6 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
Capital.com has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
AMarkets has a cost edge: raw/ECN spreads, tighter spreads from 0 pips.
Both brokers offer an equivalent platform selection with similar exclusive and proprietary options.
Capital.com edges out AMarkets with a higher editorial score (4.3/5 vs 3.8/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
| Founded | 2007 | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | London, United Kingdom |
| Min deposit | $100 | $20 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
| Max leverage | 3000:1 | 30:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | SVGFSA | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit AMarkets | Visit Capital.com |
Pros
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Competitive $6 round-turn ECN commission
Mature PAMM platform with full performance transparency
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
Very low $20 minimum deposit
AI-powered pattern recognition built into proprietary platform
Zero commission on all trades
FCA, ASIC, CySEC, and MAS regulation
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Multilingual customer support
Cons
SVG FSA registration only - no meaningful retail investor protection
No EU or Tier 1 licensed entity
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a risk amplifier
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Proprietary platform only - no MT4 or MT5
Limited product range for advanced traders
No phone support
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, Capital.com ranks higher with a score of 4.3/5 vs 3.8/5 for AMarkets. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; AMarkets and Capital.com may each suit different trader profiles.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to Capital.com's spreads from 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Capital.com has a lower minimum deposit of $20, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes Capital.com more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Capital.com holds top-tier regulation (FCA, ASIC, MAS), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Always verify regulatory status with the broker directly before depositing funds.
For beginners: Capital.com has a lower minimum deposit ($20), lowering the barrier to entry; Capital.com offers negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
AMarkets offers maximum leverage of 3000:1, while Capital.com offers up to 30:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
AMarkets charges $6 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for the other broker are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
AMarkets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and Capital.com offers Proprietary Web/Mobile; AMarkets exclusively offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader; Capital.com exclusively offers Proprietary Web/Mobile.
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