Exante
lmfx
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while lmfx was established in 2016 and is based in Anguilla. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while lmfx is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; lmfx has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at lmfx.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F271 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2016 |
| Country | Malta | Anguilla |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and lmfx, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at lmfx). Exante charges withdrawal fees while lmfx does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, lmfx scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while lmfx supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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 lmfx compare. lmfx runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. lmfx has a video library; Exante does not. lmfx publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. lmfx integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. lmfx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lmfx supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). lmfx uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. lmfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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. lmfx offers live chat; Exante does not, making lmfx easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and lmfx supports 8, giving lmfx broader global reach. lmfx scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | lmfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |