This matchup pits Exness, a regulated CFD broker, against HTX, a native crypto exchange. The tension unfolds across security and asset depth versus pricing and platform options.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose Exness for phone support and top-tier regulatory oversight.
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Choose HTX for an own exchange with deep liquidity and proof of reserves.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $1 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0.3 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 3.50% | 0.20%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Exness | HTX |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Fail |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Pass |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
Exness and HTX share the same editorial score of 3.8/5. One concrete differentiator: HTX requires a lower minimum deposit.
Exness lists a spread from 0.3. Current spread data is not available for HTX. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
HTX has no minimum deposit, while Exness requires at least $1. This makes HTX more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Exness holds top-tier regulation (CySEC, FCA, FSCA), providing stronger investor protections. HTX may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: HTX has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and Exness provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Exness offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus HTX's 200:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
HTX charges $0.2 per trade, lower than Exness's $3.5 per trade. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
Exness supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while HTX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Exness has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. HTX has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
HTX offers staking while Exness does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check HTX's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
HTX lists 500+ coins while Exness does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, HTX has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
HTX wins for security with proof of reserves and VARA/AUSTRAC registration.
HTX offers staking and yield-earning options while Exness does not, making HTX the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
Equally matched.
| 0.65 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCryptoP2P | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | CySEC FCA FSCA OJK | VARA CIMA AUSTRAC |
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| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | Yes |
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| Staking | No | Yes |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | Yes |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Exness and HTX are closely matched overall. HTX provides proof of reserves, while Exness does not.
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Score 3.8 / 5
Score 3.8 / 5
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