Capital.comvs
This comparison pits Capital.com's regulated, CFD-focused model against Stake's real-share, commission-free approach. The tension centers on cost, ownership, and global access.
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Choose Capital.com if you want broad exchange access and 24/5 live chat support.
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| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
| Min deposit | $20 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0.6 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | $10/month (after 3 months) | None |
| Deposit fee | Free |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Capital.com | Stake |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Fail |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
Capital.com and Stake share the same editorial score of 3.9/5. One concrete differentiator: platform availability and account types differ between them.
Capital.com starts from 0.6. Current spread data is not available for Stake. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Capital.com requires $20. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Stake.
Both Capital.com and Stake 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, Capital.com provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Capital.com lists maximum leverage of 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Capital.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while Stake supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Yes, both Capital.com and Stake offer commission-free stock trading according to our data. Keep in mind that commission-free brokers may still charge spread costs, foreign exchange fees, or platform fees — always check the full fee schedule on each broker's website.
Both Capital.com and Stake are covered by a compensation scheme according to our data, providing an additional safety net for your stock investments. Confirm the specific scheme and coverage limit that applies to your account before depositing.
Choose Stake if you want real share ownership with no CFDs and no account minimum.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
Equally matched; both offer commission-free trading in different product categories.
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCardSkrillNeteller | Bank Transfer |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | Yes | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | No |
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| Regulators | MAS CMA CySEC FCA ASIC | FCA ASIC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Capital.com wins with more regulators (FCA, ASIC, CySEC, MAS, CMA) than Stake.
Capital.com provides more tools such as live chat, research, screener, and advanced charting.
Stake offers no account minimum and a clean interface, aiding new investors.
Capital.com accesses 25 exchanges, giving broader international stock access.
Stake offers real share ownership, no CFDs, and dividends, supporting long-term holding.
Capital.com and Stake are closely matched. Capital.com offers broader exchange access.
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.9 / 5
Score 3.9 / 5
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