Updated September 28, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
CapTrader vs LYNX
Where CapTrader and LYNX differ
| Compare |  CapTrader |  LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $2,000 | $0Lower |
| Stock trade fee | $2Lower | $5 |
| Account fee | $0 | €0 |
| Inactivity fee | $0 | €5 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Futures, Crypto, Bonds, FundsCovers more | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free withdrawal, bank transfer deposits | One withdrawal per month free |
| Platforms | Trader Workstation TWS, CapTrader Desktop, Trading App | LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 7.1% |
| Options contract fee | €2 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- LYNX scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 8.9.
- Minimum deposit is lower at LYNX: $0 vs $2,000.
- Stock trade fee is lower at CapTrader: $2 vs $5.
- Markets: only CapTrader offers CFDs, Crypto.
- Platforms: only CapTrader offers Trader Workstation TWS, CapTrader Desktop.
- Platforms: only LYNX offers LYNX+, Trader Workstation.
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.
LYNX
LYNX suits experienced traders who want a long list of markets behind the same account. The account fee is €0 and the minimum deposit is $0, so holding costs nothing, while a stock trade fee of $5 makes dealing the cost centre.
Score breakdown
| Area | CapTrader | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Account fee and inactivity fee of $0 and $0 set against a $2,000 entry and $2 a trade. | 9.0HigherCostly to trade: stock trade fees rank 139 of 161 and the inactivity fee 34 of 56, against an account fee of €0. |
| Offer | 9.2 | 9.6Higher |
What each covers
| Markets | CapTrader | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Options | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds | Yes | Yes |
How they place
| Ranking | CapTrader | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 19 of 471 | 74 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 7 of 147 | 31 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 7 of 145 | 29 of 145 |
| Options trading platforms | 4 of 103 | 21 of 103 |
| Futures trading platforms | 5 of 82 | 18 of 82 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | CapTrader | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app, Fractional shares | Fractional shares, Demo account, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Low fees | Low fees |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Experienced |
| Support channels | Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | CapTrader | LYNX | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $2,000highest quarter | $0below the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $2highest quarter | $5highest quarter | $0 |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 7.1%below the median | 8.75% |
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.
LYNX
Pros
- Nothing to pay for the account itself: fees run €0 and the minimum deposit is $0.
- The same account covers stocks, etfs and forex, putting shares, funds, bonds and derivatives under one roof.
- Platform choice runs from the LYNX+ terminal to the Trader Workstation and a mobile app, and a demo account with fractional shares comes with it.
Cons
- A stock trade fee of $5 applies to every deal, so frequent dealing raises the bill quickly.
- An inactivity fee of €5 applies, so money left untouched still carries a charge.
- A margin rate of 7.1% means a small deposit can control a much larger position.
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.
LYNX
Who it suits
- Experienced traders: the audience listed is experienced, and the account is priced as a low fee model.
- Anyone who wants stocks, etfs and forex sitting in the same login.
- Traders who want to practise first, with a demo account and fractional shares alongside a mobile app.
Who should look elsewhere
- eToro for occasional share buying: its stock trade fee is $0 against $5 at LYNX, so small repeated deals cost more here.
- Vantage for anyone who must start with a deposit: the minimum deposit there is $5 while LYNX opens at $0.
- CFI for CFD and crypto trading, since its markets run to stocks, etfs and forex while LYNX runs to stocks, etfs and forex.
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.
LYNX
What does LYNX charge to open and hold an account?+
Opening and holding are free: the account fee is €0 and the minimum deposit is $0. Costs appear only when you trade, through a stock trade fee of $5. The account is priced overall as a low fee model rather than a subscription service.
What does a stock trade cost on LYNX?+
A stock trade costs $5 with no account fee on top, and the same account also carries forex, options, futures, bonds and funds. On share dealing alone LYNX sits near the back of the brands compared, at 139 of 161.
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