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In this head to head comparison of Capital.com vs Xtrade, we will compare the trading platforms, mobile apps, range of investments, costs, market research, and more. Let's dive in.
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When comparing Capital.com to Xtrade, the difference in regulatory trust and licensing becomes apparent. Established in 2016, Capital.com holds a solid position with a Trust Score of 87 out of 99, which is considered trusted according to ForexBrokers.com. The platform is notable for holding three Tier-1 licenses and one Tier-2 license, reflecting a strong regulatory backing. Although it is not a publicly traded company nor a bank, Capital.com offers a sense of assurance with its multiple top-tier licenses.
On the other hand, Xtrade, founded in 2003, has a Trust Score of 74, positioning it at an average risk level. While Xtrade is neither publicly traded nor banking institution, it possesses one Tier-1 license and one Tier-2 license. This limited regulatory framework sets it apart from Capital.com, suggesting a moderately lower level of investor trust. For traders, the number and type of licenses could significantly influence their choice in selecting an online broker.
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Capital.com
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Xtrade
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| Year Founded | 2016 | 2003 |
| Publicly Traded (Listed) | No | No |
| Bank | No | No |
| Tier-1 Licenses | 3 | 1 |
| Tier-2 Licenses | 1 | 1 |
| Tier-3 Licenses | 0 | 0 |
| Tier-4 Licenses | 2 | 1 |
Comparing commissions and fees, Capital.com stands out versus Xtrade. Capital.com earns 5 out of 5 stars and ranks #3 out of 63 brokers for the Commissions and Fees category at ForexBrokers.com. Xtrade, by contrast, receives 2.5 out of 5 stars and is ranked #64 (out of 63 brokers) for the same category.
Capital.com’s pricing is slightly better than the industry average. It offers a universal account for retail traders and a professional account for those who qualify (note: professional clients do not receive the same regulatory protection as retail traders). For forex, Capital.com lists a dynamic EUR/USD spread of 0.67 pips, and its confirmed average spread for April 2024 was 0.6712 pips—an appealing figure for low-cost forex trading.
Xtrade does not provide average spread data, making it harder to gauge typical trading costs. Given the lack of published averages and its lower rating and ranking, cost-focused traders may find Capital.com’s transparent spreads and top-tier score more attractive when comparing commissions and fees.
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Xtrade
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| Minimum Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Average Spread EUR/USD - Standard | 0.67 | N/A |
| All-in Cost EUR/USD - Active | 0.67 | N/A |
| Active Trader or VIP Discounts [DELETED] | ||
| Non-wire bank transfer | No | No |
| PayPal (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | No |
| Skrill (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes |
| Visa/Mastercard (Credit/Debit) | Yes | Yes |
| Bank Wire (Deposit/Withdraw) | Yes | Yes |
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Comparing the range of investments at Capital.com and Xtrade, Capital.com stands out for breadth. It offers 5,585 tradeable symbols and 125 forex pairs, compared with Xtrade’s 482 symbols and 56 forex pairs. Both brokers support forex trading as CFDs or spot contracts. Neither broker lets you buy exchange-traded stocks on U.S. or international exchanges, and neither supports copy trading.
For crypto, both brokers let you trade cryptocurrency derivatives but do not offer direct, delivered coins. Reflecting the wider selection, Capital.com earns 4.5 out of 5 stars for Range of Investments and ranks 23rd out of 63 brokers at ForexBrokers.com, while Xtrade scores 3.5 stars and ranks 50th. If you want more markets and forex pairs under one roof, Capital.com is the stronger pick; Xtrade may suit traders who prefer a smaller lineup.
| Feature |
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Xtrade
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| Forex Trading (Spot or CFDs) | Yes | Yes |
| Tradeable Symbols (Total) | 5585 | 482 |
| Forex Pairs (Total) | 125 | 56 |
| U.S. Stock Trading (Non CFD) | No | No |
| Int'l Stock Trading (Non CFD) | No | No |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | No | No |
| Cryptocurrency (Physical) | No | No |
| Cryptocurrency (Derivative) | Yes | Yes |
| Disclaimers | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). | Note: Crypto CFDs are not available to retail traders from any broker's U.K. entity, nor to U.K. residents (except to Professional clients). |
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Capital.com and Xtrade both provide free demo accounts for paper trading, proprietary in-house platforms, and web-based platforms. If you want a downloadable Windows desktop platform or the popular MetaTrader 4 (MT4), Capital.com offers both, while Xtrade does not provide a Windows download and does not support MT4. Neither broker supports MetaTrader 5 (MT5) or copy trading. Both let you place orders directly from a chart, which helps speed up execution.
For trading platforms and tools, Capital.com earns 4.5 out of 5 stars and ranks #10 out of 63 brokers on ForexBrokers.com, reflecting strong platform choice and features. Xtrade scores 3.5 out of 5 stars and ranks #59 out of 63. In short, Capital.com is better suited if you want a desktop platform or MT4 alongside a browser platform and demo account, while Xtrade fits traders who prefer a simpler, web-first setup with an in-house platform and a demo to practice.
| Feature |
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Xtrade
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| Virtual Trading (Demo) | Yes | Yes |
| Proprietary Desktop Trading Platform | Yes | Yes |
| Desktop Platform (Windows) | Yes | No |
| Web Platform | Yes | Yes |
| Social Trading / Copy Trading | No | No |
| MetaTrader 4 (MT4) | Yes | No |
| MetaTrader 5 (MT5) | No | No |
| DupliTrade [DELETED] | ||
| ZuluTrade [DELETED] | ||
| Charting - Indicators / Studies (Total) | 97 | N/A |
| Charting - Drawing Tools (Total) [DELETED] | ||
| Charting - Trade From Chart | Yes | Yes |
| Watchlists - Total Fields [DELETED] |
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Capital.com and Xtrade both offer mobile trading apps for iPhone and Android, so you can trade on the go no matter your device. For charting, Capital.com includes 30 technical studies, lets you draw trendlines, switch between multiple time frames (like intraday, daily, and weekly), and auto-saves your drawings. Xtrade does not provide these charting tools or a listed set of technical studies. Capital.com also supports price alerts and real-time quote watchlists, while Xtrade does not. Neither app currently syncs watchlist symbols between mobile and the web platform.
In independent ratings, Capital.com earns 4.5 out of 5 stars for its mobile trading app and ranks #11 out of 63 brokers in ForexBrokers.com’s Mobile Trading Apps category. Xtrade scores 4 out of 5 stars and ranks #54 out of 63. If you value deeper charting and timely alerts in a mobile app, Capital.com has the edge over Xtrade.
| Feature |
Capital.com
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Xtrade
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| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Apple iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Alerts - Basic Fields | Yes | No |
| Watchlist Syncing | No | No |
| Mobile Charting - Indicators / Studies | 30 | N/A |
| Mobile Charting - Draw Trendlines | Yes | No |
| Mobile Charting - Multiple Time Frames | Yes | No |
| Mobile Charting - Drawings Autosave | Yes | No |
| Mobile Watchlist | Yes | No |
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Comparing Capital.com vs Xtrade for market research: both brokers deliver daily market commentary, real-time forex news from leading outlets like Bloomberg, Reuters, and Dow Jones, and an economic calendar to track key events. Neither platform includes research tools from Autochartist, Trading Central, or Acuity Trading.
Capital.com stands out with a sentiment tool that shows the ratio of long vs short positions and added stock research from TipRanks—features Xtrade doesn’t offer. This edge is reflected in ratings: Capital.com earns 4.5/5 stars for Research and ranks 14th out of 63 brokers at ForexBrokers.com, while Xtrade scores 3.5/5 stars and ranks 53rd. If you value sentiment insights and third-party equity research, Capital.com has the stronger toolkit; if you just need news, commentary, and a calendar, both will cover the basics.
| Feature |
Capital.com
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Xtrade
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| Daily Market Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Forex News (Top-Tier Sources) | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
| Trading Central (Recognia) | No | No |
| Client sentiment data | Yes | No |
| TipRanks | Yes | No |
| Signal Centre (Acuity Trading) | No | No |
| Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
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Capital.com vs Xtrade for beginner education: Capital.com clearly has the edge. It provides at least 10 beginner-friendly trading videos and 10+ advanced videos, giving newcomers a clear path from basics to more complex strategies. Xtrade does not meet that threshold for beginner or advanced videos, and neither broker hosts monthly client education webinars.
Third-party ratings reflect the gap. According to ForexBrokers.com, Capital.com earns 4.5/5 stars and ranks #8 out of 63 brokers for Education, while Xtrade scores 3.5/5 stars and ranks #46. If you want a deeper video library to learn at your own pace and keep growing, Capital.com is the stronger choice; if you only need light materials, Xtrade may be enough.
| Feature |
Capital.com
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Xtrade
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| Education (Forex or CFDs) | ||
| Webinars | No | No |
| Client Webinars (Archived) [DELETED] | ||
| Videos - Beginner Trading Videos | Yes | No |
| Videos - Advanced Trading Videos | Yes | No |
| Investor Dictionary (Glossary) [DELETED] |
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After testing 63 of the best forex brokers, our research and account testing finds that Capital.com is better than Xtrade. Capital.com finished with an overall rank of #10, while Xtrade finished with an overall rank of #60.
Capital.com stands out for its quality research, strong educational content, and innovative web platform. Capital.com holds fewer regulatory licenses and offers a narrower range of markets than some of the best brokers, but still significantly outperforms the industry average.
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| Trust Score | 87 | 74 |
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Capital.com and Xtrade both do not offer the ability to buy actual (delivered) cryptocurrency, but they both provide the option to trade cryptocurrency derivatives.
When comparing online brokers, Capital.com distinguishes itself from Xtrade by offering PayPal as a deposit and withdrawal method, while both platforms support Skrill, Visa or Mastercard, and bank wires, yet neither provides ACH or SEPA transfers.
Please note:
We review each broker’s overall global offering – a “Yes” checkmark in our Compare Tool does not guarantee the availability of any specific features in your country of residence. To verify the availability of any features within your country of residence, please contact the broker directly.
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