Exante
Trade Zero
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Trade Zero was established in 2014 and is based in Bahamas. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Trade Zero is regulated by Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Trade Zero has 2,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $500 at Trade Zero.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2014 |
| Country | Malta | Bahamas |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and Trade Zero, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at Trade Zero). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Trade Zero does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Trade Zero scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| 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 Trade Zero supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trade Zero supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 Trade Zero compare. Trade Zero runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Trade Zero has a video library; Exante does not. Trade Zero publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Trade Zero integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Trade Zero scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Trade Zero supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Trade Zero uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Trade Zero scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Trade Zero offers live chat; Exante does not, making Trade Zero easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Trade Zero scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |