ETFinance
Exante
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Overview
ETFinance was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. ETFinance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. ETFinance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $215 at ETFinance and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | ETFinance | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2018 | 2011 |
| Country | Cyprus | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ETFinance and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $215 at ETFinance). Exante charges withdrawal fees while ETFinance does not, giving ETFinance an edge for frequent withdrawers. ETFinance charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ETFinance | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $215 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
ETFinance 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 | ETFinance | 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,iOS,MacBook,iPhone | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ETFinance and Exante compare. ETFinance runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. ETFinance has a video library; Exante does not. ETFinance publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. ETFinance integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. ETFinance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ETFinance | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ETFinance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). ETFinance uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. ETFinance scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ETFinance | 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. ETFinance offers live chat; Exante does not, making ETFinance easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. ETFinance scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | ETFinance | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |