Argonaut Securities
Exante
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2011 |
| Country | Australia | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Argonaut Securities does not, giving Argonaut Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Argonaut Securities and Exante compare. Argonaut Securities runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Argonaut Securities has a video library; Exante does not. Argonaut Securities publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Argonaut Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | 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. Argonaut Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Argonaut Securities uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Argonaut Securities scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | 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. Argonaut Securities offers live chat; Exante does not, making Argonaut Securities easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |