| Feature | Exness | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2008, Cyprus | 2001, UK |
| Regulation | CySEC, FCA, FSA, FSCA, AFM, CBCS, KNF, CNMV | FCA, ASIC, CySEC, JSC, CIRO |
| Minimum Deposit | $10 | $200 |
| Account Types | Standard, Cent, Pro, Raw Spread | Standard, Zero, Invest, Islamic |
| Instruments Offered | 100+ (Forex, crypto, metals, indices, stocks) | 148+ (Forex, stocks, indices, ETFs, bonds) |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Exness Trade app | MT4, MT5, TradingCentral |
| Leverage | Up to 1:2000 | Up to 1:500 |
| Spreads | Starting from 0 pips | Starting from 0.5 pips |
| Commission | No commissions for standard accounts, low for others | Low for Zero accounts, $2 per side for some assets |
| Mobile Trading Features | Economic calendar, syncs across devices, EAs | Watchlists, chart saving, economic calendar |
| Copy & Social Trading | Yes | Yes |
| Negative Balance Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Customer Support | 24/7, live chat, multilingual | 24/5, live chat, multilingual |
| Payment Methods | Credit/Debit cards, e-wallets, Bitcoin | Credit/Debit cards, PayPal, Neteller, Skrill |
| VPS Hosting | Available for EAs | Available for MT4/MT5 users |
| Inactivity Fee | None | $10 monthly |
| Awards | Premium Loyalty, Customer Support (2021, 2022) | Best Education, Best Forex Broker (2019, 2020) |
| Demo Account | Yes | Yes |
| Islamic Account | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Fees | Low to zero depending on account type | Low, varies by account type |
| Supported Currencies | USD, EUR, BTC, other major currencies | USD, EUR |
| Exclusions | US, Canada, New Zealand | US, Canada |
| Currency Pairs Available | 110 pairs | 47 pairs |
| Number of CFDs | 200+ | 3,862+ |
| Cryptocurrency Offering | Limited to major cryptocurrencies | Extensive range with altcoins included |
| Stocks and ETFs | Limited to selected markets | Broad selection with fractional shares available |
| Indices | Global indices with high leverage | Major indices, leveraged |
| Energies | Includes oil and gas | Comprehensive energy market offering |
| Web Trading Platform | Proprietary Exness Web Terminal, MetaTrader WebTrader | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 WebTrader |
| Third-Party Platform Support | No cTrader or NinjaTrader | Offers cTrader and NinjaTrader |
| Mobile Trading Tools | Basic alerts, syncs across devices, customizable charting | Watchlists, multiple timeframes, economic calendar |
| Scalping and Hedging | Supported, especially for high-frequency traders | Supported with advanced hedging tools |
| VPS Availability | Available for selected accounts | Available for all users on MT4/MT5 |
| Automated Trading | Allows Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader | Allows Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader, ZuluTrade |
| Payment Methods | Multiple, including Bitcoin, Tether, and local payments | Credit card, PayPal, Neteller, Skrill, bank transfer |
| Supported Languages | Multilingual, 24/7 support | Multilingual, 24/5 support |
| Social Media Presence | Active on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube | Active on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube |
| Account Types | Standard Cent, Standard, Pro, Raw Spread, Zero | Standard, Zero Spread, Invest, Islamic |
| Minimum Lot Size | 0.01 lots | 0.01 lots |
| Maximum Trade Size | Up to 200 lots per order | Flexible, depending on account |
| Execution Speed | Average under 25ms, ideal for high-frequency traders | Slightly longer, geared for long-term and beginner investors |
| Server Locations | Distributed servers in Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Singapore, Miami | Centralized in the UK and Estonia |
| Market Depth & Order Types | Supports market depth, all common order types | Offers limit and stop orders, extensive market depth |
| Security Measures | Advanced encryption, password-protected trading areas | SSL encryption, KYC, data protection policies |
| Educational Resources | Limited, focuses on basic tutorials and platform guides | Extensive materials including webinars, market analysis, guides |
| Inactivity Fee | No inactivity fee | $10/month after 12 months inactivity |
| Research & Analysis Tools | Basic economic calendar, real-time news updates | In-depth analysis, TradingCentral integration, economic calendars |
| Bonuses and Promotions | Generally no deposit bonuses or promotions | Periodic promotions, although limited |
| Supported Languages for Support | 14 languages, 24/7 availability | Multilingual, 24/5 support |
| Unique Feature | Ultra-high leverage, fast execution tailored to high-frequency trading | Fractional stock trading, ideal for small-cap stock investments |
| Suitable For | High-frequency, experienced traders needing low spreads, quick execution | Beginners, long-term investors, and those interested in real stocks |
Exness excels in fast execution and high leverage, ideal for experienced and high-frequency traders, while Admiral Markets offers broader educational support, real stocks, and fractional shares, suiting beginners and long-term investors​.