Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Axi vs Capital.com
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Axi |  Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $5 | £20 |
| Inactivity fee | $10 | £0 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread bettingCovers more |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 67.24% | 65% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | commission-free deposits and withdrawals | Free deposits and withdrawals |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Axi Trading Platform | Web platform, Mobile app, MT4, TradingView |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | £0 |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | FCA, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 |
Same on both: Maximum retail leverage (1:30).
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Key differences
- Capital.com scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.0.
- Founded is lower at Axi: 2007 vs 2016.
- Markets: only Capital.com offers Bonds, Spread betting.
- Platforms: only Axi offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Axi Trading Platform.
- Platforms: only Capital.com offers Web platform, Mobile app, MT4.
- Support channels: only Capital.com offers Chat.
- Features: only Capital.com offers Demo account.
Our verdict on each
Axi
Axi is a low-cost multi-asset broker for retail traders who want forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto in one account with a small entry deposit. Funding is commission-free deposits and withdrawals, and the entry cost of $5 suits people starting with modest sums.
Capital.com
Capital.com suits traders who want one account across shares, forex, CFDs, crypto and bonds without a monthly or inactivity charge. UK clients sit under FCA regulation with FSCS protection of FSCS up to GBP 85,000. The minimum deposit of £20 is the only cost barrier, above CFI at $0.
Score breakdown
| Area | Axi | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9Minimum deposit of $5, an inactivity fee of $10, and commission-free deposits and withdrawals keep entry costs low. | 9.2HigherAccount fee of £0, stock trade fee of $0 and no inactivity charge, with free deposits and withdrawals. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.5Higher |
| Trust | 9.1 | 9.1 |
How they place
| Ranking | Axi | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 134 of 471 | 65 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 57 of 147 | 28 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 55 of 145 | 26 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 46 of 122 | 22 of 122 |
Feature by feature
| Markets | Axi | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | No | Yes |
| Spread betting | No | Yes |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Axi | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | Not confirmed | CySEC HE 354252 Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) MiCA CASP 984500C46B3B7B69Y904 |
| United Kingdom | Not confirmed | FCA 793714 |
What we checked
Axi
- axi-solaris.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- forex92.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingfinder.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Capital.com
- capital.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- investingreviews.co.uk: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esma.europa.eu: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- forexrev.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sashares.co.za: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Axi | Capital.com |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app | Demo account, Mobile appCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free, Low fees |
| Legal entity | Solaris EMEA Ltd | CAPITAL VAULT LTD |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Cyprus |
| Founded | 2007Lower | 2016 |
| Support channels | Help centre | Chat, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Axi | Capital.com | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | £0at the median | £0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 67.24%below the median | 65%lowest quarter | 72.05% |
Median across 91 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Axi
Pros
- A minimum deposit of $5 keeps the entry point low
- Access to stocks, etfs and forex from a single account
- Trading platforms include MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and Axi Trading Platform, plus mobile app
Cons
- An inactivity fee of $10 applies to dormant accounts
- Support runs on help centre only
- Retail accounts that lose money stand at 67.24%
Capital.com
Pros
- No account fee at all, which puts it joint first on that measure in our data (£0).
- No inactivity charge, also joint first in our data, so an unused balance is not quietly billed (£0).
- Stock trades cost $0 under a commission-free model.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of £20 is far higher than CFI, which asks for $0.
- Support runs on chat and help centre, so there is no phone line for questions about a leveraged position.
- Retail accounts lose 65% of money, and the market is open around the clock.
Who each suits
Axi
Who it suits
- Traders who hold forex, CFDs, shares, ETFs and crypto together
- Retail investors who want a small starting deposit
- MetaTrader users who prefer their own charting environment
Who should look elsewhere
- People wanting phone or live chat help, since support is help centre only
- Long term investors who would be hit by an inactivity fee of $10
- Beginners who should weigh that 67.24% of retail accounts lose money
Capital.com
Who it suits
- Traders who want shares, forex, CFDs, crypto and bonds in one account
- UK residents who want FSCS protection alongside a CySEC regulated entity
- People who keep a balance and would otherwise pay inactivity fees
Who should look elsewhere
- eToro, if you want a social platform with copy trading
- Vantage, if you would rather start from a smaller deposit of $5
Questions about each
Axi
What is the minimum deposit at Axi?+
The minimum deposit is $5, which sits below the site median of €4.64. That low entry point suits retail investors who want to fund an account in small steps rather than commit a large sum up front.
What markets can I trade on Axi?+
One account covers stocks, etfs and forex. That mix lets retail investors move between currencies, indices, shares, ETFs and crypto without opening separate accounts at different brokers.
Capital.com
What is the minimum deposit at Capital.com?+
The minimum deposit is £20 in the UK. That is higher than CFI at $0 and Vantage at $5. Clients who want a smaller opening balance may prefer a rival on that measure.
What does it cost to open and hold an account?+
There is no account fee, so the account costs £0. There is also no inactivity charge, at £0. Both rank the brand joint first on our data, so an unused balance is not billed.
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