Exness and Moneta Markets face off on regulation, pricing, and platform options. The tension centers on trust and cost, shaping your choice.
Exness edges Moneta Markets on the overall editorial score, supported by stronger regulation and competitive pricing.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Exness if…
Choose Exness if you want a $1 minimum deposit and investor compensation scheme.
Choose Moneta Markets if…
Choose Exness if you value leverage up to 2000:1. Choose Moneta Markets if you want 0.0 pip spreads with $6 commission. Choose Moneta Markets if you prefer a proprietary AppTrader platform alongside MT4/MT5.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Moneta Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.30 pips for Exness, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.4/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
Pros
Near-unlimited leverage on offshore entity
Extremely low $1 minimum deposit on Standard account
Instant withdrawals available 24/7 including weekends
One of the world's highest-volume retail FX brokers
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Exness | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: Exness rates 4.4/5 and Moneta Markets rates 4.1/5. Exness has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Moneta Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Exness's 0.3 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Exness has $1, while Moneta Markets requires at least $50. This makes Exness more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Exness and Moneta Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Exness requires a lower minimum deposit ($1), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Exness lists maximum leverage of 2000:1, while Moneta Markets lists up to 1000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Exness charges $3.5 per lot, lower than Moneta Markets's $6 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Exness supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Moneta Markets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Moneta Markets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Exness wins for safety and regulation due to FCA and CySEC oversight and investor compensation scheme coverage.
Exness wins for active traders with 2000:1 leverage and instant withdrawals.
Exness is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3.5/lot).
Moneta Markets wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5 and a proprietary AppTrader platform.
Exness wins for beginners with a $1 minimum deposit and simple entry.
Moneta Markets wins for instrument variety with 1000 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2008 | 2019 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Sydney, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $1▼ lower | $50 |
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| Spreads From | 0.3 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $3.5/lot▼ lower | $6/lot |
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| 0.65 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 2,000:1▲ higher | 1,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCryptoP2P | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA FSCA OJK CySEC | ASIC FSCA FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
ASIC, FSCA, and FSA Seychelles licensing, choice of regulatory framework
Pro ECN account: 0.0 pip spreads with $6 commission
MT4, MT5, and proprietary AppTrader platform
Strong localisation for Africa and Asia
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Not available to US residents
EU clients face significant leverage restrictions
Unlimited leverage carries extreme risk for inexperienced traders
No proprietary platform
Cons
Founded 2019, limited track record vs established competitors
Lower brand recognition outside Africa and Asia
FSA Seychelles entity offers limited investor protection
No investor compensation scheme
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