Evolution Brokers
Exante
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Overview
Evolution Brokers was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Belize, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Evolution Brokers holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Evolution Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at Evolution Brokers and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2011 |
| Country | Belize | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Evolution Brokers and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $300 at Evolution Brokers). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Evolution Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Evolution Brokers 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 | Evolution Brokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Evolution Brokers and Exante compare. Evolution Brokers runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Evolution Brokers has a video library; Exante does not. Evolution Brokers publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Evolution Brokers integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Evolution Brokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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. Evolution Brokers accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Evolution Brokers uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Evolution Brokers scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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. Evolution Brokers offers live chat; Exante does not, making Evolution Brokers easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Evolution Brokers scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |