Commonwealth Securities
Exante
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Overview
Commonwealth Securities was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Australia, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Commonwealth Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Commonwealth Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5000 at Commonwealth Securities and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1999 | 2011 |
| Country | Australia | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Commonwealth Securities and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $5000 at Commonwealth Securities). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Commonwealth Securities does not, giving Commonwealth Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Commonwealth Securities charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5000 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Commonwealth Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Commonwealth Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | 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 - desktop, iOS and Android versions available. | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Commonwealth Securities and Exante compare. Commonwealth Securities runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Commonwealth Securities has a video library; Exante does not. Commonwealth Securities publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Commonwealth Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Commonwealth Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | 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. Commonwealth Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Commonwealth Securities uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Commonwealth Securities scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | 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. Commonwealth Securities offers live chat; Exante does not, making Commonwealth Securities easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Commonwealth Securities scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Commonwealth Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |