Exante
UFX
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while UFX was established in 2007 and is based in Republic of Vanuatu. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while UFX is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; UFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $500 at UFX.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2007 |
| Country | Malta | Republic of Vanuatu |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and UFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at UFX). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while UFX supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. UFX supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. Exante edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UFX compare. UFX has a video library; Exante does not. UFX integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. UFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). UFX uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. UFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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. UFX offers live chat; Exante does not, making UFX easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. UFX scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |