ATFX
Exante
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Overview
ATFX was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. ATFX holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. ATFX serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at ATFX and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | ATFX | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ATFX and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, giving ATFX an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ATFX offers MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ATFX | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, 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 ATFX and Exante compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. ATFX has a video library; Exante does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ATFX | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ATFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). ATFX uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. ATFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ATFX | 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. ATFX offers live chat; Exante does not, making ATFX easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. ATFX scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | ATFX | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |