EXANTE vs Just2Trade
Detailed side-by-side broker comparison
EXANTE (MiFID/CySEC, minimum deposit $10,000) and Just2Trade (CySEC, minimum deposit $200) are two regulated brokers competing for retail investors in the CIS and EU markets. This comparison is built from verified data on fees, available instruments, trading platforms and country access — so you can see exactly where each broker wins before you open an account.
Across 9 fee categories we track, EXANTE comes out cheaper in 4, while Just2Trade wins only 3. For active traders this gap compounds over time — commission, FX markup and custody fees are the three that hurt portfolio returns the most. Both brokers offer access to 6 instrument categories, so asset coverage is not a differentiator here.
If entry budget matters, Just2Trade is more accessible with a minimum deposit of $200. EXANTE supports 2 trading platforms, Just2Trade supports 2 — check the platforms section below to confirm your preferred terminal is available.
Trust dimensions side by side
Where it's safer
Five trust dimensions per our methodology. The further from the centre — the stronger. Dashed line is the industry median.
EXANTE leads on the combined score — 83/100 vs 68/100. Industry median is 72.
Overview
EXANTE leads with 3 out of 9 objective metrics. On fees specifically, EXANTE wins 4 of 9 categories.
Fees & Commissions
Fee scenario
Approximate — based on listed fees only. Real costs depend on instrument, currency conversion and individual trade size.
Instruments & Markets
600k+ instruments · 30k+ instrumentsRegulators & investor protection
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
- MiFID II—European Union
- CySEC—Cyprus (EU)
Both brokers operate under Tier-2 jurisdictions, so regulatory oversight strength is comparable.
Account & Support
EXANTE
Just2Trade
Pros & Cons
EXANTE
- 600,000+ instruments across 50+ markets — widest cross-border retail coverage
- MFSA (Malta) + CySEC + FCA coverage — explicit ICF €20k client compensation
- Direct execution / no payment-for-order-flow
- Multi-currency base account ($USD/EUR/GBP/CHF/JPY) without conversion forced
- Wide instrument selection (600k+)
- $10,000 minimum deposit is a hard entry barrier
- $50/month inactivity fee after 6 months of no trading
- Trustpilot 3.6 / 'fake reviews removed' flag on broker page
- No fractional shares — must buy whole units
- Compensation caps at €20,000 — below FCA (£85k) / SIPC ($500k)
Just2Trade
- Direct US-market access via Sterling Trader Pro (DMA), not aggregated CFD spread
- CySEC ICF compensation up to €20,000 per claimant
- Russian + English support and UI — uncommon in EU-regulated brokers
- Wide instrument selection (30k+, incl. CFDs)
- Negative balance protection
- Full fee schedule lives only in PDFs — no quick price comparison on broker site
- Two separate platforms: Sterling Trader Pro (equities + DMA) and MetaTrader 5 (FX/CFD)
- Parent rebrand 2024 (Just2Trade Online → Lime Trading) caused contract documentation confusion
- Limited proprietary research tools — no built-in screener or analyst reports
- Compensation caps at €20,000 — below FCA (£85k) / SIPC ($500k)
Who each broker is for
Verdict
EXANTE's $10,000 minimum and $50/mo inactivity fee make it a non-starter for accounts under $10k — J2T accepts you with $200. Above $10k EXANTE opens up 600,000+ instruments and 50+ markets vs J2T's 30k mostly-US focus. Our pick for accounts under $10k or starting out: J2T. For active multi-market traders with $10k+: EXANTE.
Both EXANTE and Just2Trade are regulated brokers offering access to global financial markets. However, they differ significantly in fees, available instruments, and minimum deposit requirements. Below is our expert assessment to help you make an informed decision.
Choose EXANTE if you want lower fees, fractional shares, more account currencies.
Choose Just2Trade if you want lower entry barrier, an unlimited demo.
- Just starting outJust2Trade· lower entry barrier, an unlimited demo, faster KYC
- Active tradingEXANTE· lower fees, faster withdrawals
- Advanced / professionalEXANTE· more exchanges, more account currencies
Ultimately, the best choice depends on your trading style, budget, and preferred instruments. We recommend using our Broker Quiz for a personalized recommendation.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this comparison and how to use it.