Capital.com and RoboForex face off in a clash of regulation, costs, and platforms. The tension hinges on safety guarantees versus platform flexibility.
Capital.com edges RoboForex on editorial score, driven by top-tier regulation and investor compensation coverage RoboForex does not offer.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Capital.com if…
Choose Capital.com if you value strong regulation and investor compensation coverage along with a very low minimum deposit.
Choose RoboForex if…
Choose RoboForex if you prefer MT4/MT5 availability, multiple platform choices, and a wider instrument range.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
RoboForex offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Capital.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 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 | RoboForex |
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| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 RoboForex 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.
RoboForex 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.
RoboForex has $10, while Capital.com requires at least $20. This makes RoboForex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Capital.com holds top-tier regulation (FCA, ASIC, MAS), providing stronger investor protections. RoboForex may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: RoboForex requires a lower minimum deposit ($10), 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 RoboForex 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.
RoboForex charges $20 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 RoboForex supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. RoboForex has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Capital.com wins for safety and regulation with top-tier licenses and an investor compensation scheme.
RoboForex is favored for active traders due to MT4/MT5 and ECN options.
RoboForex is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
RoboForex wins platform choice with MT4/MT5 and cTrader alongside R Trader.
Capital.com is better for beginners thanks to a low $20 minimum and clear pricing.
RoboForex leads instrument variety with 9400 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2016 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Belize City, Belize |
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| Min Deposit | $20 | $10▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.6 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $20/lot |
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| N/A | 2 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 cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA | FSCA CySEC IFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile 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
12,000+ instruments including real stocks and ETFs
cTrader available with full Level II and cAlgo
Multiple account types from Cent to ECN
R Trader proprietary platform with built-in analytics
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
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
Primary entity uses IFSC Belize, offshore, limited protection
ECN commission of $20 round-turn is higher than IC Markets ($7)
Very high leverage (2000:1) amplifies risk significantly
No top-tier regulatory licence
No investor compensation scheme
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