Exante
OptionWeb
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while OptionWeb was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while OptionWeb is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; OptionWeb has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $200 at OptionWeb.
| Feature | Exante | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $200 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
| Country | Malta | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and OptionWeb, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $200 at OptionWeb). Exante charges withdrawal fees while OptionWeb does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, OptionWeb scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $200 |
| 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 OptionWeb 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 | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and OptionWeb compare. OptionWeb has a video library; Exante does not. OptionWeb integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. OptionWeb scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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 OptionWeb supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). OptionWeb uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. OptionWeb scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| 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. OptionWeb offers live chat; Exante does not, making OptionWeb easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. OptionWeb scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | OptionWeb |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |