Exante
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while fx next was established in 2018 and is based in Dubai. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while fx next is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fx next has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at fx next.
| Feature | Exante | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F237 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2018 |
| Country | Malta | Dubai |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and fx next, 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 next). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. fx next applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. fx next charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| 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 fx next 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 next |
|---|---|---|
| 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 next compare. fx next runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. fx next has a video library; Exante does not. fx next publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. fx next integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fx next scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 next supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fx next uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx next scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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 next offers live chat; Exante does not, making fx next easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and fx next supports 8, giving fx next broader global reach. fx next scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | fx next |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |