Exante
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Exante | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2011 | 2008 |
| Country | Malta | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Zacks Trade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Exante does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Exante | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Zacks Trade 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 | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Exante and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; Exante does not. Zacks Trade has a video library; Exante does not. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; Exante does not. Zacks Trade integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Exante does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Zacks Trade uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Zacks Trade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Zacks Trade offers live chat; Exante does not, making Zacks Trade easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Zacks Trade scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |