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Choosing between XM and Exante depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XM is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Exante operates from Valletta, Malta. XM has the longer track record, established in 2009, compared to Exante which was founded in 2011. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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Exante
| XM | Exante | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.6/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $10000 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:30 |
| Regulation | CySEC, ASIC, FCA ✓ | FCA, CySEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
XM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Exante offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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XM holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Exante is regulated by FCA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices markets. XM additionally covers Commodities. Exante adds Crypto.
On spreads, Exante is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at XM.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Exante offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Exante sets a minimum deposit of $10,000. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores XM at 3.92/5 and Exante at 3.64/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XM leads overall with a clear advantage.
XM
3.9/5
Choose XM if you want…
Exante
3.6/5
Choose Exante if you want…
XM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XM holds a 3.9/5 rating vs Exante's 3.6/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
XM offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while Exante starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XM requires a minimum deposit of $5. Exante requires $10000.
XM is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FCA, while Exante holds licences from FCA, CySEC.
XM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Exante supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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