Exante
VTB 24 Bank
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while VTB 24 Bank was established in 2008 and is based in Russia. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while VTB 24 Bank is regulated by Unregulated among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; VTB 24 Bank has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $100 at VTB 24 Bank.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2011 | 2008 |
| Country | Malta | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and VTB 24 Bank, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. VTB 24 Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while VTB 24 Bank does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, VTB 24 Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| 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 VTB 24 Bank supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. VTB 24 Bank supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and VTB 24 Bank compare. VTB 24 Bank runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. VTB 24 Bank has a video library; Exante does not. VTB 24 Bank publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. VTB 24 Bank integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. VTB 24 Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 VTB 24 Bank supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). VTB 24 Bank uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. VTB 24 Bank scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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. VTB 24 Bank offers live chat; Exante does not, making VTB 24 Bank easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. VTB 24 Bank scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | VTB 24 Bank |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |