Bitfinex
Exante
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Overview
Bitfinex was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Bitfinex holds licences including Financial Services Provider (FSP), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Bitfinex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bitfinex and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Provider (FSP) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2015 | 2011 |
| Country | New Zealand | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bitfinex and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bitfinex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Overall, Bitfinex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bitfinex offers MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bitfinex supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bitfinex and Exante compare. Bitfinex runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Bitfinex has a video library; Exante does not. Bitfinex publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Bitfinex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Bitfinex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bitfinex | 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. Bitfinex accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Bitfinex uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Bitfinex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Bitfinex | 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. Bitfinex offers live chat; Exante does not, making Bitfinex easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Bitfinex scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |