Exante
lqdfx
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while lqdfx was established in 2017 and is based in Portugal. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while lqdfx is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; lqdfx has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at lqdfx.
| Feature | Exante | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F272 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2017 |
| Country | Malta | Portugal |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and lqdfx, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at lqdfx). Exante charges withdrawal fees while lqdfx does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, lqdfx scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while lqdfx 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 | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lqdfx compare. lqdfx runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. lqdfx has a video library; Exante does not. lqdfx publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. lqdfx integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. lqdfx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lqdfx supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). lqdfx uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. lqdfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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. lqdfx offers live chat; Exante does not, making lqdfx easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and lqdfx supports 8, giving lqdfx broader global reach. lqdfx scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |