Exante
mgk global
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while mgk global was established in 2011 and is based in Cayman Islands. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while mgk global is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; mgk global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $250 at mgk global.
| Feature | Exante | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F278 |
| Founded | 2011 | 2011 |
| Country | Malta | Cayman Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and mgk global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $250 at mgk global). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. mgk global charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while mgk global 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 | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 mgk global compare. mgk global runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. mgk global has a video library; Exante does not. mgk global publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. mgk global integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. mgk global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 mgk global supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). mgk global uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. mgk global scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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. mgk global offers live chat; Exante does not, making mgk global easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Exante supports 2 languages and mgk global supports 8, giving mgk global broader global reach. mgk global scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | mgk global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |