A head-to-head comparison of Capital.com and TPFx across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Very low minimum deposit, AI-powered trading insights, zero commission, and strong FCA/ASIC/CySEC regulation - accessible for new traders.
A fully BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered Indonesian broker, offering domestic traders compliant access to forex and commodity futures markets.
Capital.com comes out ahead with an editorial score of 4.3/5 compared to TPFx's 3.7/5.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Capital.com offers tighter spreads from 0.6 pips vs 1.5 pips for TPFx, reducing trading costs.
Capital.com has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Both brokers offer equivalent trading costs across spreads, commissions, and account types.
TPFx offers more exclusive platform options: MetaTrader 5, a proprietary platform.
Capital.com edges out TPFx with a higher editorial score (4.3/5 vs 3.7/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
| Founded | 2016 | 2010 |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Min deposit | $20 | $60 |
| Spreads from | 0.6 pips | 1.5 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Max leverage | 30:1 | 100:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA | BAPPEBTI OJK |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit Capital.com | Visit TPFx |
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
Pros
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered - full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. S-130/PM.02/2025 is publicly verifiable
Supports MetaTrader 5 alongside proprietary platform
Local Indonesian bank transfer funding with IDR accounts
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
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
Only available to Indonesian residents - no international clients
Higher minimum deposit than some domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Capital.com | TPFx |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, Capital.com ranks higher with a score of 4.3/5 vs 3.7/5 for TPFx. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; Capital.com and TPFx may each suit different trader profiles.
Capital.com offers tighter spreads starting from 0.6 pips, compared to TPFx's spreads from 1.5 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 TPFx requires at least $60. 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. TPFx 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.
Capital.com offers maximum leverage of 30:1, while TPFx offers up to 100:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile and TPFx offers MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile; both support Proprietary Web/Mobile; TPFx exclusively offers MetaTrader 5.
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