Exante
IronFX
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while IronFX was established in 2010 and is based in Cyprus. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while IronFX is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IronFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $500 at IronFX.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2010 |
| Country | Malta | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and IronFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at IronFX). Exante charges withdrawal fees while IronFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. IronFX charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| 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 IronFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IronFX supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, 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 IronFX compare. IronFX has a video library; Exante does not. IronFX integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IronFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 IronFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). IronFX uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. IronFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| 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. IronFX offers live chat; Exante does not, making IronFX easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. IronFX scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | IronFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |