Exness vs Zerodha
What Are Exness and Zerodha?
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s get a quick snapshot of both platforms.
Exness, founded in 2008 and based in Cyprus, is a global leader in forex and CFD trading. It serves over a million active clients worldwide, offering access to 120+ currency pairs, cryptocurrencies, commodities, and indices. Known for ultra-low spreads (starting at 0.0 pips), fast execution (under 25ms), and robust regulation from FCA and CySEC, Exness is a go-to for traders chasing international markets.
Zerodha, launched in 2010 in Bangalore, revolutionized India’s brokerage scene with its discount model. It’s India’s largest stockbroker, handling 10% of the country’s retail trading volume in 2024, per NSE data. Zerodha focuses on Indian equities, derivatives, mutual funds, and bonds, with a flat ₹20 fee per trade and zero brokerage on equity delivery. It’s regulated by SEBI and loved for its userfriendly Kite platform.