Feature | Exness | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
Regulation | FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSA (Seychelles), FSCA (South Africa) | FCA (UK), NFA & CFTC (US), ASIC (Australia), IIROC (Canada) |
Instruments Offered | Forex, Cryptocurrencies, Metals, Energies, Stocks, Indices | Forex, Cryptocurrencies, Commodities, Bonds, Indices |
Account Types | Standard, Pro, Zero, Raw Spread | Standard, Premium, Core |
Minimum Deposit | $1 for Standard accounts, $500 for Professional accounts | No minimum deposit |
Leverage | Up to 1:2000 (for retail clients, depending on region) | Up to 1:50 (US clients), up to 1:200 (International clients) |
Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Exness Terminal | OANDA fxTrade, MetaTrader 4 (MT4) |
Execution Speed | Ultra-fast execution (0.01 seconds) | Market execution |
Spread Types | Variable, Tight spreads (starting from 0.0 pips on some accounts) | Variable, Tight spreads (starting from 0.1 pips) |
Commissions | No commissions on Standard accounts, Commissions on Zero and Raw Spread accounts | Commissions on Core account, No commission on Standard and Premium |
Deposit & Withdrawal Fees | No deposit fees, No withdrawal fees | No deposit fees, Withdrawal fees depending on method used |
Payment Methods | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Neteller, Skrill, Perfect Money, Cryptocurrencies | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller |
Trading Hours | 24/5 (Forex and CFDs), 24/7 (Cryptos) | 24/5 (Forex and CFDs) |
Demo Account | Yes, Unlimited | Yes, Unlimited |
Educational Content | Webinars, Video tutorials, Economic calendar, Articles | Webinars, Video tutorials, Economic calendar, Market insights |
Research Tools | Trading Central, AutoChartist, Economic calendar | Economic calendar, News feed, Sentiment analysis, MarketPulse |
Customer Support | 24/7, Multilingual support (Phone, Email, Live Chat) | 24/5, Multilingual support (Phone, Email, Live Chat) |
Copy Trading | Yes (Social trading via app) | No |
Bonuses & Promotions | Promotions may vary by region | None (due to regulatory restrictions in some regions) |
Islamic Account | Yes (swap-free account available) | Yes (swap-free account available) |
Available Countries | Global (except US, Canada, some countries) | Global (except US states like Hawaii) |
Order Types | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop, OCO | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop |
Order Execution Policy | Instant and market execution options | Market execution only |
Slippage Protection | Yes, with advanced order types | Yes, but slippage may occur in volatile markets |
Stop-Loss and Take-Profit | Yes, available for all order types | Yes, available for all order types |
Negative Balance Protection | Yes, available to retail clients | Yes, depending on region |
Margin Call Level | 60% (varies by account type) | 50% (US), 20% (International) |
Stop Out Level | 0% - 30% (depending on account type) | 50% (US), 20% (International) |
Charting Tools | Built-in tools in MT4/MT5 (50+ indicators), Customizable charts | Advanced charting in fxTrade, TradingView integration |
Mobile Trading | Full-featured MT4/MT5 mobile apps, Exness Trader app | OANDA mobile app (fxTrade), MT4 mobile app |
API Trading | Yes, via MetaTrader APIs | Yes, OANDA's proprietary API |
VPS Hosting | Free VPS for eligible clients | Free VPS for clients meeting certain trading volume |
Account Currency Options | Multiple currencies, including USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, Cryptos | USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, JPY, SGD, HKD, more |
Affiliate Program | Yes, with referral bonuses | Yes, with competitive commissions |
Social Trading | Yes, Exness Social Trading app | No |
Algorithmic Trading Support | Yes, via Expert Advisors (EAs) on MT4/MT5 | Yes, via OANDA's API and MT4 Expert Advisors |
Historical Data Access | Available for all assets, downloadable from MT4/MT5 platform | Available for all assets via fxTrade and API |
Trading Fees Transparency | Highly transparent, with detailed fee structures per account | Highly transparent, detailed cost breakdown provided |
Spread Comparison Tools | Available in the platform to compare real-time spreads | Yes, historical spread data provided for comparison |
News Feed Integration | Integrated in MT4/MT5 platforms, Real-time market news | Integrated news feed in fxTrade, MarketPulse |
Social Media Presence | Active on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram | Active on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn |
Reputation for Beginners | Beginner-friendly account options and educational resources | Known for beginner support, with simple platform and resources |
Advanced Trading Tools | Risk Management Tools, Position Calculator, Strategy Tester | Advanced Order Management, Custom Indicators |
Customizable Dashboard | Yes, customizable trading dashboard in MT4/MT5 | Yes, customizable dashboard in fxTrade |
Fractional Lot Trading | Yes, micro-lot (0.01 lots) available | Yes, micro-lot (0.01 lots) available |
Withdrawal Processing Time | Instant withdrawals for most methods | Typically within 1 business day for most methods |
Market Analysis Reports | Daily, Weekly, Monthly market reports available | Extensive market analysis reports, OANDA's MarketPulse |
Scalping and Hedging Allowed | Yes, both allowed | Yes, both allowed |
Account Verification Speed | Fast, typically within minutes to a few hours | Varies by region, can take a few hours to several days |
PAMM/MAM Accounts | Yes, offers MAM (Multi-Account Manager) accounts | No, does not offer PAMM or MAM accounts |
Trading Contests | Occasionally, region-specific promotions and trading contests | No regular trading contests |
Swap-Free Options | Yes, available for Islamic accounts | Yes, available for Islamic accounts |
Corporate/Business Accounts | Yes, available for businesses | Yes, available for businesses |
Trading Signals | Yes, through MetaTrader platform (MT4/MT5 signals) | No proprietary signal service, can integrate external services |
Requotes | Rare, thanks to fast execution | No requotes with market execution |
Execution on Volatile Markets | Consistently fast even in volatile markets | Slippage may occur during extreme volatility |
Order Fill Rate | High, with a near-100% fill rate in stable conditions | High, generally reliable in stable market conditions |
Deposit Protection | Offers investor protection based on jurisdiction | Offers investor protection (FCA, ASIC) |
Guaranteed Stop-Loss | Not guaranteed, subject to market conditions | Not guaranteed, may experience slippage |
Trailing Stops | Yes, available in MT4/MT5 | Yes, available in OANDA's platform and MT4 |
Order Time-in-Force Options | GTC (Good till Canceled), FOK (Fill or Kill), IOC (Immediate or Cancel) | GTC, FOK, IOC |
Slippage Control | Available, can set slippage tolerance | Available, can set slippage tolerance |
Interest on Idle Funds | No interest on uninvested funds | No interest on uninvested funds |
Micro vs. Standard Lot Trading | Micro-lot and standard lot both available | Micro-lot and standard lot both available |
Currency Conversion Fees | No currency conversion fees for most deposits/withdrawals | Currency conversion fees apply if trading in non-account currencies |
Maximum Trade Size | Large trade sizes allowed, typically up to 200 lots per position | Large trade sizes allowed, depends on asset liquidity |
Hedging Restrictions | No restrictions, full hedging allowed | No restrictions, full hedging allowed |
Third-Party Trading Plugins | Supports various third-party trading plugins | Supports MT4 plugins, but limited for fxTrade |
CFD Expiries | No expiry for most CFDs | Some CFDs (like certain commodities) may have expiries |
Price Alerts | Available on MT4/MT5 and Exness app | Available on OANDA's mobile app and platform |
Overnight Fees (Swaps) | Variable based on asset and market conditions | Variable based on asset and market conditions |
User Interface Customization | Highly customizable in MT4/MT5 and Exness app | Customizable in fxTrade but more limited than MT4 |
Guaranteed Withdrawals Processing Time | Usually instant or within a few minutes for most payment methods | Can take up to 1-3 business days, depending on method |
Leverage Adjustments | Dynamic leverage, adjusted automatically based on trading volume | Leverage changes based on region and asset class |
Trading Restrictions | Very few restrictions, some restrictions in highly regulated regions | Restricted leverage in some highly regulated regions (like the US) |
Professional Accounts | Yes, offers higher leverage and lower spreads for professional clients | Yes, professional accounts available with higher leverage |
Availability of Negative News Alerts | Yes, integrated with MT4/MT5 news feed | Yes, through MarketPulse and economic calendar |
API Documentation & Support | Full API documentation available for developers | Comprehensive API with extensive developer support |
Real-time Position Monitoring | Yes, via MT4/MT5 and Exness app | Yes, via fxTrade platform and mobile app |
Trailing Stops Execution Type | Server-side execution (no need to keep platform open) | Server-side execution (no need to keep platform open) |
Platform Downtime | Rare, high uptime due to robust infrastructure | Minimal downtime, known for reliability |
Referral Bonuses | Yes, varies by region, frequently offered | No, due to regulatory constraints in many regions |
