Coinbase
Exante
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Overview
Coinbase was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in United States, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Coinbase holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Coinbase serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Coinbase and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Coinbase | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1989 | 2011 |
| Country | United States | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Coinbase and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Coinbase has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Coinbase does not, giving Coinbase an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Coinbase scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Coinbase | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Coinbase offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Coinbase supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Coinbase | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,iOS, | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Coinbase and Exante compare. Coinbase has a video library; Exante does not. Coinbase integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Coinbase scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Coinbase | 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. Coinbase accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Coinbase uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Coinbase scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Coinbase | 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. Coinbase offers live chat; Exante does not, making Coinbase easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Coinbase scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Coinbase | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |