Exante
FP Markets
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while FP Markets was established in 2005 and is based in Australia. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while FP Markets is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FP Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $100 at FP Markets.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2005 |
| Country | Malta | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and FP Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FP Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while FP Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while FP Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FP Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and FP Markets compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. FP Markets has a video library; Exante does not. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. FP Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 FP Markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). FP Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. FP Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making FP Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante offers multilingual support. FP Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | FP Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Not available |