Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
CapTrader vs iFOREX
Where CapTrader and iFOREX differ
| Compare |  CapTrader |  iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $2,000 | $100Lower |
| Stock trade fee | $2 | $0Lower |
| Inactivity fee | $0Lower | $15 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Futures, Crypto, Bonds, FundsCovers more | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free withdrawal, bank transfer deposits | No broker deposit fee; $20 EEA wire withdrawal fee may apply |
| Platforms | Trader Workstation TWS, CapTrader Desktop, Trading App | IFOREX App |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | CySEC, BVI FSC |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 80% |
| Options contract fee | €2 | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 1:30 EU, 1:400 offshore |
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Key differences
- iFOREX scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Minimum deposit is lower at iFOREX: $100 vs $2,000.
- Stock trade fee is lower at iFOREX: $0 vs $2.
- Inactivity fee is lower at CapTrader: $0 vs $15.
- Markets: only CapTrader offers Options, Futures, Bonds.
- Platforms: only CapTrader offers Trader Workstation TWS, CapTrader Desktop, Trading App.
- Platforms: only iFOREX offers IFOREX App.
- Features: only CapTrader offers Fractional shares.
- Features: only iFOREX offers Crypto.
- Pricing model: only CapTrader offers Low fees.
Our verdict on each
CapTrader
CapTrader suits experienced traders who want stocks, forex, CFDs, options, futures, crypto, bonds and funds under one roof with no account or inactivity fee. The catch is the entry size: a minimum deposit of $2,000 puts it out of reach for a small first account.
iFOREX
iFOREX suits European traders who want forex, CFDs, crypto, shares and ETFs in a single commission-free account, and who put regulation and predictable costs above a small opening deposit. The EU entity sits under CySEC, with investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for accounts taken there.
Score breakdown
| Area | CapTrader | iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Account fee and inactivity fee of $0 and $0 set against a $2,000 entry and $2 a trade. | 8.8HigherOpening deposit of $100 and inactivity charge of $15 sit above the site medians of €4.64 and €0. |
| Offer | 9.2Higher | 8.7 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.5 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | CapTrader | iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 26 of 471 | 141 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 9 of 147 | 61 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 9 of 145 | 59 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 9 of 122 | 51 of 122 |
Licences and countries
| Country | CapTrader | iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | Not confirmed | CySEC 143/11 |
| Virgin Islands, British | Not confirmed |
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | CapTrader | iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Options | Yes | No |
| Futures | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Funds | Yes | No |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | CapTrader | iFOREX |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app, Fractional shares | Crypto, Demo account, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Low fees | Commission free |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | iCFD Limited |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1996 |
| Support channels | Help centre | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | CapTrader | iFOREX | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $2,000highest quarter | $100above the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $2highest quarter | $0at the median | $0 |
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $0at the median | $15above the median | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 80%highest quarter | 72.05% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
CapTrader
Pros
- A single account covers stocks, etfs and forex, so instruments do not need splitting across brokers.
- Platform choice of Trader Workstation TWS, CapTrader Desktop and Trading App covers desktop terminals and mobile trading.
- Trading costs read plainly: $2 a stock trade and €2 an options contract.
Cons
- Minimum deposit of $2,000 ranks 197 of 213 on our data, against $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage.
- Stock trade fee of $2 ranks 124 of 161, while eToro charges $0 a trade.
- Support runs on help centre only, with no phone or chat channel listed.
iFOREX
Pros
- Stock trade fee of $0, ranking 1 of 161 brands on that cost.
- Regulated by CySEC and BVI FSC, with iCFD Limited as the named EU entity.
- EU investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for accounts taken in the EU.
Cons
- Minimum deposit of $100 ranks 148 of 213, so the entry point is high.
- Support runs on help centre only.
- Inactivity fee of $15 ranks 42 of 56.
Who each suits
CapTrader
Who it suits
- Traders running a mixed book of stocks, etfs and forex rather than one narrow market.
- Anyone who dislikes dormant account charges, with an inactivity fee of $0.
- Desktop users who prefer the Trader Workstation TWS or CapTrader Desktop over a simple app.
Who should look elsewhere
- Small first-time accounts: CFI starts at $0 and Vantage at $5, well below CapTrader's $2,000.
- Cost-first stock buyers: eToro charges $0 a trade against CapTrader's $2.
iFOREX
Who it suits
- Traders who want stocks, etfs and forex in a single account and can fund $100, while Vantage opens at $5.
- EU clients who prefer CySEC oversight and EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 to the route run by the BVI FSC.
- Savers happy to work from iFOREX App and practise on a demo account first.
Who should look elsewhere
- Small starters: CFI opens at $0 and Vantage at $5, both below iFOREX's $100.
- Broader market seekers: eToro lists stocks, etfs and forex, adding futures to iFOREX's stocks, etfs and forex.
- Traders who want phone or chat support, since support runs on help centre only.
Questions about each
CapTrader
What is the minimum deposit?+
The minimum deposit is $2,000, which is the main hurdle for a first account. On our data that places CapTrader at 197 of 213. CFI takes $0 and Vantage $5, so a smaller start is easy elsewhere.
Are there account or inactivity fees?+
Neither applies. The account fee is $0 and the inactivity fee is $0, so leaving money untouched does not trigger a charge. CapTrader ranks 1 of 138 on account fee and 1 of 56 on inactivity fee.
iFOREX
What does it cost to trade a stock?+
The stock trade fee is $0. iFOREX runs a commission free pricing model, so there is no per-trade commission layered on top, and the account covers stocks, etfs and forex. The cost side of the ledger is the deposit and any inactivity charge, not the trade itself.
How much do I need to deposit to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $100. That puts iFOREX towards the dearer end of the field: it ranks 148 of 213 brands on minimum deposit. CFI opens at $0 and Vantage at $5, so a lighter entry is available elsewhere.
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