Capital.com and Exness face off on regulation, pricing, and platforms. The tension centers on platform accessibility and instrument breadth.
Capital.com and Exness are closely matched, but Exness gains flexibility with MT4/MT5 while Capital.com relies on its proprietary platform.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Capital.com if…
Choose Capital.com if you want a very low $20 minimum deposit and a proprietary platform with AI-powered insights.
Choose Exness if…
Choose Exness if you want MT4/MT5 access and a $1 minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Exness offers tighter spreads from 0.30 pips vs 0.60 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.4/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Capital.com | Exness |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Fail | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: Capital.com rates 4.3/5 and Exness rates 4.4/5. Exness 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.
Exness starts from 0.3 pips, tighter than Capital.com's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Exness has $1, while Capital.com requires at least $20. This makes Exness more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Capital.com and Exness hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Exness requires a lower minimum deposit ($1), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Capital.com lists maximum leverage of 30:1, while Exness lists up to 2000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Exness charges $3.5 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Capital.com are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while Exness supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Capital.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Exness has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Equally matched; both have strong regulators and segregated funds.
Exness is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.30 pips.
Capital.com wins platform choice with a proprietary AI platform.
Capital.com leads instrument variety with about 6300 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2008 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $20 | $1▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.6 pips | 0.3 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $3.5/lot |
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| N/A | 0.65 pips |
| Max Leverage | 30:1▲ higher | 2,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 3 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPalApple PayGoogle Pay | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCryptoP2P |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA | FCA FSCA OJK CySEC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Pros
Near-unlimited leverage on offshore entity
Extremely low $1 minimum deposit on Standard account
Instant withdrawals available 24/7 including weekends
One of the world's highest-volume retail FX brokers
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
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
Cons
Not available to US residents
EU clients face significant leverage restrictions
Unlimited leverage carries extreme risk for inexperienced traders
No proprietary platform
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Score 4.3 / 5
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