Exante
Saxo Markets
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Saxo Markets was established in 2012 and is based in Denmark. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Saxo Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Saxo Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $6500 at Saxo Markets.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $6500 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2012 |
| Country | Malta | Denmark |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and Saxo Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $6500 at Saxo Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Saxo Markets applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $6500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Saxo Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Saxo Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Mac, 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 Saxo Markets compare. Saxo Markets has a video library; Exante does not. Saxo Markets integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Saxo Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Saxo Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Saxo Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Saxo Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Saxo Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making Saxo Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Saxo Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Saxo Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |