Capital.com and Fusion Markets face off on platform approach, pricing models, and regulatory guardrails. The matchup tests whether a proprietary, AI-assisted system outperforms a multi-platform ECN model.
Capital.com and Fusion Markets are closely matched; the clearest differentiator is platform access, with Capital.com offering a proprietary AI-powered platform and Fusion Markets providing MT4/MT5 and cTrader.
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. You access a proprietary AI-powered platform with zero commission trades.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want MT4/MT5 and cTrader support. You benefit from no minimum deposit and ultra-low $4.50/lot commissions.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Capital.com | Fusion Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| 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 | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: Capital.com rates 4.3/5 and Fusion Markets rates 4.2/5. 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.
Fusion Markets starts from 0 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.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, while Capital.com requires at least $20. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Capital.com and Fusion Markets 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: Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, 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 Fusion Markets lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 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 Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Capital.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Capital.com wins for safety & regulation with FCA, ASIC, CySEC, and MAS oversight and client funds held in segregated accounts.
Fusion Markets wins for active traders with up to 500:1 leverage and low $4.50/lot commissions.
Fusion Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Capital.com wins for platform choice with a proprietary AI-powered platform and integrated charting.
Fusion Markets wins for beginners due to no minimum deposit and no inactivity fee.
Capital.com wins for instrument variety with 6,300 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $20 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.6 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $4.5/lot |
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| N/A | 0.45 pips |
| Max Leverage | 30:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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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 cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Pros
Among the lowest ECN commissions globally at $4.50/lot round-turn
No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader
ASIC regulated with strong Australian broker infrastructure
ETF CFDs available at the same ultra-low commission rate
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
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
Smaller, newer broker (est. 2017) with limited global brand recognition
Limited research and educational content
VFSC license used for non-AU clients offers fewer protections
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
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