Capital.com vs Dukascopy 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Capital.com has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 67/100).
Capital.com is a multi-entity CFD broker offering its own web and app platforms plus MT4, MT5 and TradingView, with entities licensed by CySEC, the FCA and the Securities Commission of The Bahamas.
79.75% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Dukascopy Bank SA is a Swiss bank founded in Geneva in 2004 and regulated by FINMA as a bank and securities firm, with an EU arm Dukascopy Europe IBS AS in Riga, offering JForex 4 and MetaTrader 4 with volume-based commissions.
75.14% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | Capital.com | Dukascopy |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 75/100▲ | 67/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 32/35▲2 tier-1 regulators (CySEC, FCA), investor compensation | 25/351 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart |
| Fees & costs | 14/25▲Spreads and commission not published (counted as neutral) | 13/25Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 14/20Minimum deposit 10 USD/EUR/GBP for bank cards and Apple Pay (wire transfers 50 EUR; Capital Com Online Investments Ltd, international site), 3 deposit methods | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 15/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView; leverage up to 30:1 for retail clients (Capital Com SV Investments Limited, CySEC) | 13/20MT4; leverage up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | CySEC, SCB, FCA | FINMA |
| Minimum deposit | 10 USD/EUR/GBP for bank cards and Apple Pay (wire transfers 50 EUR; Capital Com Online Investments Ltd, international site) | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) |
| Spreads from | Not published | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) |
| Commission | Trading commission NO FEE (no commission; costs are in the spread and overnight funding) | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) |
| Max leverage | 30:1 for retail clients (Capital Com SV Investments Limited, CySEC) | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Not published | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether |
| Retail accounts losing money | 79.75% | 75.14% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Capital.com review · Dukascopy review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Capital.com or Dukascopy better?
Capital.com has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 67/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Capital.com and Dukascopy regulated?
Capital.com: CySEC, SCB, FCA. Dukascopy: FINMA. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Capital.com or Dukascopy?
Capital.com holds 2 tier-1 licences (CySEC and FCA); Dukascopy holds 1 (FINMA). Tier-1 regulators have the strictest rules on client money. Your protection depends on which company opens your account.
What is the minimum deposit at Capital.com and Dukascopy?
Capital.com: 10 USD/EUR/GBP for bank cards and Apple Pay (wire transfers 50 EUR; Capital Com Online Investments Ltd, international site). Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account).
Do Capital.com and Dukascopy offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. Capital.com: Capital.com web platform, Capital.com app, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4.
What is the maximum leverage at Capital.com and Dukascopy?
Capital.com: 30:1 for retail clients (Capital Com SV Investments Limited, CySEC). Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
How many retail accounts lose money at Capital.com and Dukascopy?
Capital.com states 79.75% and Dukascopy states 75.14% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with them.
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Forex trading at these brokers is done through CFDs (contracts for difference): you trade on the price moving up or down, without owning the currency itself.Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning