Blitzbrokers
Exante
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Overview
Blitzbrokers was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Blitzbrokers holds licences including Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Blitzbrokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Blitzbrokers and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1982 | 2011 |
| Country | Hong Kong | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blitzbrokers and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blitzbrokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Blitzbrokers does not, giving Blitzbrokers an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Blitzbrokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Blitzbrokers offers MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Blitzbrokers supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | 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,WEB,Android | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Blitzbrokers and Exante compare. Blitzbrokers has a video library; Exante does not. Blitzbrokers integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Blitzbrokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Blitzbrokers accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Blitzbrokers uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Blitzbrokers scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | 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. Blitzbrokers offers live chat; Exante does not, making Blitzbrokers easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Blitzbrokers scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |