Exante
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2008 |
| Country | Malta | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL 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 | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and XGLOBAL Markets compare. XGLOBAL Markets has a video library; Exante does not. XGLOBAL Markets integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. XGLOBAL Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL 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 XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). XGLOBAL Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. XGLOBAL Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL 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. XGLOBAL Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making XGLOBAL 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. XGLOBAL Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |