Exante
fbs inc
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while fbs inc was established in 2018 and is based in Australia. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while fbs inc is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fbs inc has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at fbs inc.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F225 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2018 |
| Country | Malta | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and fbs inc, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at fbs inc). Exante charges withdrawal fees while fbs inc does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, fbs inc scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while fbs inc supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fbs inc supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, WEB, desktop | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and fbs inc compare. fbs inc runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. fbs inc has a video library; Exante does not. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. fbs inc integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Exante accepts 1 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer), while fbs inc supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fbs inc uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. fbs inc offers live chat; Exante does not, making fbs inc easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and fbs inc supports 8, giving fbs inc broader global reach. fbs inc scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | fbs inc |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |