Two brokers clash over platform depth and regulation. E*TRADE showcases a US-focused, feature-rich platform, while Exness emphasizes accessible CFD trading across platforms.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose E*TRADE if you want extended trading hours. You also benefit from research tools and commission-free stocks.
Choose if…
Choose Exness if you want a $1 minimum deposit and negative balance protection, plus multilingual support.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | $1 |
| Spreads from | N/A | 0.3 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $3.5/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | E*TRADE | Exness |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Pass | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | — |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Pass | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Pass | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
ETRADE rates 4.3/5 versus 3.6/5 for Exness. ETRADE edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Exness starts from 0.3. Current spread data is not available for E*TRADE. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Exness requires $1. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for E*TRADE.
Both E*TRADE and Exness 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, Exness provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
E*TRADE lists maximum leverage of 1:4, while Exness lists up to 20:1. 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 trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for E*TRADE are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
ETRADE supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while Exness supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. ETRADE has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Exness has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
E*TRADE offers commission-free stock trading while Exness does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
Exness scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
E*TRADE wins for low cost trading with commission-free stocks and ETFs.
Exness wins for safety with negative balance protection and a compensation scheme.
E*TRADE wins for long-term investors with dividend reinvestment.
ETRADE wins for active traders with the Power ETRADE platform and options analytics.
Exness wins for beginners with a $1 minimum deposit and multilingual support.
E*TRADE wins for global market access with eight exchanges.
| N/A |
| 0.65 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
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| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferACHWire transfer | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free ACH; $25 wire transfer | Free |
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| Commission-free | Yes | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | Yes | No |
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| Extended hours | Yes | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | SEC FINRA | CySEC FCA FSCA OJK |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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E*TRADE leads on the overall score, with stronger trust/regulation and platform depth; Exness compensates with negative balance protection and a compensation scheme.
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