CFI Markets
Exante
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Overview
CFI Markets was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. CFI Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. CFI Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at CFI Markets and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2012 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between CFI Markets and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. CFI Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. CFI Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. CFI Markets charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, CFI Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
CFI Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. CFI Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, 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 CFI Markets and Exante compare. CFI Markets runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. CFI Markets has a video library; Exante does not. CFI Markets publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. CFI Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. CFI Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | CFI Markets | 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. CFI Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). CFI Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. CFI Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | CFI Markets | 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. CFI Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making CFI Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. CFI Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | CFI Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |