Core Spreads
Exante
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Overview
Core Spreads was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in London, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Core Spreads holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Core Spreads serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Core Spreads and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2011 |
| Country | London | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Core Spreads and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Core Spreads has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Core Spreads does not, giving Core Spreads an edge for frequent withdrawers. Core Spreads charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Core Spreads scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Core Spreads 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 | Core Spreads | 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, Web Trader, 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 Core Spreads and Exante compare. Core Spreads has a video library; Exante does not. Core Spreads integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Core Spreads scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Core Spreads | 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. Core Spreads accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Core Spreads uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Core Spreads scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Core Spreads | 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. Core Spreads offers live chat; Exante does not, making Core Spreads easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Core Spreads scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |