Euro Pacific Bank
Exante
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1978 | 2011 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Euro Pacific Bank supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Euro Pacific Bank and Exante compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Euro Pacific Bank has a video library; Exante does not. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Euro Pacific Bank integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | 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. Euro Pacific Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Euro Pacific Bank uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | 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. Euro Pacific Bank offers live chat; Exante does not, making Euro Pacific Bank easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |