Bridges Financial Services
Exante
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Overview
Bridges Financial Services was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Australia, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Bridges Financial Services holds licences including ABN 60 003 474 977, while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Bridges Financial Services serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bridges Financial Services and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | ABN 60 003 474 977, AFSL No. 240837 | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2011 |
| Country | Australia | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bridges Financial Services and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bridges Financial Services has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Bridges Financial Services charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Bridges Financial Services scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Bridges Financial Services offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bridges Financial Services supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bridges Financial Services and Exante compare. Bridges Financial Services runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Bridges Financial Services has a video library; Exante does not. Bridges Financial Services publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Bridges Financial Services integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Bridges Financial Services scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | 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. Bridges Financial Services accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Bridges Financial Services uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Bridges Financial Services scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | 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. Bridges Financial Services offers live chat; Exante does not, making Bridges Financial Services easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Bridges Financial Services scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |