Circle Markets
Exante
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2007 | 2011 |
| Country | New Zealand | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Circle 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 | Desktop, 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 Circle Markets and Exante compare. Circle Markets runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Circle Markets has a video library; Exante does not. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Circle Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle 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. Circle Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Circle Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Circle Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Circle 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. Circle Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making Circle 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. Circle Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |