Ellevest
Exante
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Overview
Ellevest was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Ellevest holds licences including Unregulated, while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Ellevest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ellevest and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Ellevest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2011 |
| Country | USA | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ellevest and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ellevest has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ellevest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. Ellevest charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Ellevest scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ellevest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ellevest 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 | Ellevest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Windows, Android, Mac OS, iOS | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ellevest and Exante compare. Ellevest has a video library; Exante does not. Ellevest integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Ellevest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ellevest | 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. Ellevest accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Ellevest uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Ellevest scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ellevest | 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. Ellevest offers live chat; Exante does not, making Ellevest easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Ellevest scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ellevest | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |