Admiral Markets
Exante
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) - license number 201/13, Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) no. 410681, Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) registration number 57026 | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2001 | 2011 |
| Country | UK | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $200 at Admiral Markets). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and Exante compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; Exante does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Admiral Markets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Admiral Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Admiral Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Admiral Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making Admiral Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Exante supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Admiral Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian | English, and Chinese |