Exante
fx central clearing
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while fx central clearing was established in 2015 and is based in Portugal. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while fx central clearing is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx central clearing has 30,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at fx central clearing.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F234 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2015 |
| Country | Malta | Portugal |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 30,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and fx central clearing, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at fx central clearing). Exante charges withdrawal fees while fx central clearing does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fx central clearing applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while fx central clearing supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 fx central clearing compare. fx central clearing runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. fx central clearing has a video library; Exante does not. fx central clearing publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. fx central clearing integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fx central clearing scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fx central clearing supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx central clearing uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx central clearing scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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. fx central clearing offers live chat; Exante does not, making fx central clearing easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and fx central clearing supports 8, giving fx central clearing broader global reach. fx central clearing scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | fx central clearing |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |