Ally invest
Exante
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Overview
Ally invest was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in United States, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Ally invest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Ally invest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ally invest and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Ally invest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2013 | 2011 |
| Country | United States | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ally invest 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 Ally invest). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Ally invest does not, giving Ally invest an edge for frequent withdrawers. Ally invest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Ally invest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ally invest offers MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ally invest supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ally invest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone,Mac | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ally invest and Exante compare. Ally invest runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Ally invest has a video library; Exante does not. Ally invest publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Ally invest integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Ally invest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ally invest | 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. Ally invest accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Ally invest uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Ally invest scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ally invest | 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. Ally invest offers live chat; Exante does not, making Ally invest easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Ally invest scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ally invest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |