Abshire Smith
Exante
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Overview
Abshire Smith was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in United kingdom, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Abshire Smith holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Abshire Smith serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Abshire Smith and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1997 | 2011 |
| Country | United kingdom | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Abshire Smith and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at Abshire Smith). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Abshire Smith does not, giving Abshire Smith an edge for frequent withdrawers. Abshire Smith charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Abshire Smith offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Abshire Smith supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, cTrader Platform | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Abshire Smith and Exante compare. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Abshire Smith accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Abshire Smith uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Abshire Smith scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Abshire Smith offers live chat; Exante does not, making Abshire Smith easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Abshire Smith scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |