Exante
Forex.com
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Forex.com was established in 2001 and is based in United States. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Forex.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Forex.com has 150,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and Typical at Forex.com.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | Typical |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2001 |
| Country | Malta | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 150,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and Forex.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | Typical |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Forex.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| 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, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and Forex.com compare. Forex.com runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Forex.com has a video library; Exante does not. Forex.com publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Forex.com integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Forex.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Forex.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). Forex.com uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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. Forex.com offers live chat; Exante does not, making Forex.com easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and Forex.com supports 3, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Forex.com scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese, Arabic |