Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Capital.com vs Libertex
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Capital.com | Libertex ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | £20 | €100 |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | €0 |
| Inactivity fee | £0 | $5 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread betting | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Crypto, Bonds, Metals |
| Regulators | FCA, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)Covers more | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 65% | 83% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free deposits and withdrawals | Withdrawal fees depend on payment method |
| Platforms | Web platform, Mobile app, MT4, TradingView | Libertex, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
| Account fee | £0 | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Maximum retail leverage (1:30).
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Key differences
- Capital.com scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only Capital.com offers FCA.
- Founded is lower at Libertex: 1997 vs 2016.
- Capital.com is licensed in 1 more country.
- Markets: only Capital.com offers Spread betting.
- Markets: only Libertex offers Options, Metals.
- Platforms: only Capital.com offers Web platform, Mobile app, MT4.
- Platforms: only Libertex offers Libertex, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
- Support channels: only Capital.com offers Help centre.
- Support channels: only Libertex offers Email, Phone.
Our verdict on each
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.
Libertex
Libertex suits EU traders who want forex, CFDs, options, crypto and share dealing under a single Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission licence. Stock trades cost €0 on a commission free pricing model, and client protection is stated as EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
Score breakdown
| Area | Capital.com | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.2HigherAccount fee of £0, stock trade fee of $0 and no inactivity charge, with free deposits and withdrawals. | 8.9Stock trade fee ranks 1 of 161, while the minimum deposit of €100 is high for a first payment. |
| Offer | 9.5 | 9.6Higher |
| Trust | 9.1Higher | 9.0 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Capital.com | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | CySEC HE 354252 Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) MiCA CASP 984500C46B3B7B69Y904 | |
| United Kingdom | FCA 793714 | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | Capital.com | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 65 of 471 | 117 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 28 of 147 | 51 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 26 of 145 | 49 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 22 of 122 | 41 of 122 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Capital.com | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Crypto, Mobile app, Demo accountCovers more |
| Pricing model | Commission free, Low feesCovers more | Commission free |
| Legal entity | CAPITAL VAULT LTD | Indication Investments Ltd |
| Headquarters | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Founded | 2016 | 1997Lower |
| Support channels | Chat, Help centre | Email, Chat, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Capital.com | Libertex | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account fee | £0at the median | Not confirmed | £0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 65%lowest quarter | 83%highest quarter | 72.05% |
Median across 47 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
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.
Libertex
Pros
- Stock trades cost €0 under a commission free pricing model
- Markets span stocks, etfs and forex under one regulated entity
- Retail leverage of 1:30 is available for EU clients
Cons
- The minimum deposit of €100 is high next to the brands compared here
- An inactivity fee of $5 applies to dormant accounts
- Retail accounts that lose money run at 83%
Who each suits
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
Libertex
Who it suits
- Traders who want forex, CFDs, options, crypto and shares in a single account
- MetaTrader users who prefer a familiar charting platform
- EU clients who value CySEC oversight and Investor Compensation Scheme cover
Who should look elsewhere
- CFD traders who want a lower entry point, since CFI opens accounts from $0 against €100 here
- Savers who leave balances untouched, because an inactivity fee of $5 applies
- Anyone who needs no cap on retail leverage, since retail leverage stops at 1:30
Questions about each
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.
Libertex
What does it cost to trade stocks at Libertex?+
Stock trades are charged at €0 and the pricing model is commission free, so no separate dealing commission is added on top. Withdrawal costs also matter, since Withdrawal fees depend on payment method and the method you choose sets the amount.
What is the minimum deposit to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is €100, which sits above what most of the field asks for a first payment. CFI opens accounts from $0 and Vantage from $5, so anyone starting with a smaller sum is better served elsewhere.
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