eOption
Exante
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Overview
eOption was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. eOption holds licences including Unregulated, while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. eOption serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at eOption and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | eOption | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $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 eOption and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at eOption). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. eOption charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | eOption | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
eOption 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 | eOption | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | DealBook (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how eOption and Exante compare. eOption has a video library; Exante does not. eOption integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. eOption scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | eOption | 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. eOption accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). eOption uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. eOption scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | eOption | 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. eOption offers live chat; Exante does not, making eOption easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. eOption scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | eOption | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |