Exness offers 5 account types, but with similar-sounding names and overlapping features, choosing the right one can be confusing. The key differences come down to minimum deposit requirements, spread vs commission structure, and execution method — and the best choice depends on your trading style, preferred instruments, and experience level.
This guide breaks down every Exness account type with real spread data, side-by-side comparisons, and clear recommendations so you can find the account that fits your needs.
Exness Account Types Compared — 5 Accounts at a Glance
Exness accounts are divided into two groups: 2 Standard accounts (low barrier to entry) and 3 Professional accounts (lower trading costs but higher initial deposit). Here is a full comparison:
| Feature | Standard | Professional | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cent | Standard | Pro | Raw Spread | Zero | |
| Initial Deposit | $10 | $1,000 | |||
| Execution | Market Execution | Instant Execution | Market Execution | ||
| Avg. Spread (EURUSD) | 1.0 pips | 0.6 pips | 0.0 pips | ||
| Commission | None | Up to $3.50/side | From $0.05/side (varies) | ||
| Lot Size | 1,000 units | 100,000 units | |||
| Min. Lot | 0.01 | ||||
| Max. Lot | 200 | 200 | |||
| Instruments | Forex, Metals, BTC | Forex, Metals, Crypto, Energy, Indices, Stocks | |||
| Platforms | MT4 / MT5 / Web Trader / Exness App | ||||
| Max. Leverage | 2,000:1 — Unlimited |
|---|---|
| Stop-Out Level | 0% |
| Stop Level | 0 (all instruments) |
| Negative Balance Protection | Yes |
Standard Accounts Start at $10 — Professional Accounts Require $1,000
Exness sets different initial deposit requirements for Standard-tier and Professional accounts: Standard and Standard Cent accounts require just $10 for the first deposit, while Professional accounts (Pro, Raw Spread, Zero) require $1,000 for the first deposit.
However, after the first deposit, all accounts only require $10 for subsequent deposits. You can deposit $1,000 to unlock a Professional account, then withdraw the excess — the account remains active. You can also use internal transfers between accounts to meet the requirement.
Which Exness Account Has the Lowest Trading Costs?
Overall, the Raw Spread account offers the lowest total trading costs across most instruments. However, depending on what you trade and when, the Pro or Zero account may occasionally come out cheaper.
Below is a spread + commission comparison across major instruments:
| Standard | Pro | Raw Spread | Zero | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR USD | Spread | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Commission | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 0.7 | |
| Total | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | |
| XAU USD | Spread | 2.0 | 1.12 | 0.40 | 0.0 |
| Commission | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1.1 | |
| Total | 2.0 | 1.12 | 1.1 | 1.1 | |
| BTC USD | Spread | 28.3 | 20 | 11.5 | 0.2 |
| Commission | 0 | 0 | 4 | 16 | |
| Total | 28.3 | 20 | 15.5 | 16.2 | |
| US OIL | Spread | 2.8 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| Commission | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | 1.25 | |
| Total | 2.8 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 1.35 | |
| US 30 | Spread | 7.3 | 4.5 | 2.3 | 0.5 |
| Commission | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | |
| Total | 7.3 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 | |
The Pro, Raw Spread, and Zero accounts have very similar total costs for most instruments. The main differences are in execution type and how costs are structured (spread-only vs spread + commission).
Execution Types: Pro Uses Instant Execution, Others Use Market Execution
Among Exness’s 5 account types, only the Pro account uses Instant Execution — all other accounts use Market Execution.
| Account | Execution | Key Traits |
|---|---|---|
| Pro | Instant Execution | No slippage, but requotes possible |
| Standard / Cent / Raw Spread / Zero | Market Execution | No requotes, but slippage possible |
Instant Execution fills your order at the price you see on screen — the broker matches the trade internally before routing to liquidity providers. This means faster fills and virtually zero slippage, making it ideal for scalpers. The trade-off is that during high volatility or low liquidity, the broker may reject the order and send a requote (a new price for you to accept or decline).
Market Execution fills your order at the best available market price. Requotes never happen, but slippage can occur — especially during news events or off-peak hours.
For a deeper explanation, see our guide on how STP execution works in forex.
Raw Spread vs Zero Account — What’s the Difference?
The key difference between Raw Spread and Zero is how trading costs are split between spread and commission:
- Raw Spread: Offers very low spreads (but not always zero) with a fixed commission capped at $3.50 per side per lot. Total cost is generally the lowest across a wide range of instruments.
- Zero: Guarantees 0.0 pip spread on ~30 selected instruments for 95% of the trading day, but charges a variable commission per instrument (from $0.05 to $600+ per side per lot depending on the pair).
Bottom line: Raw Spread is better for trading a diverse mix of instruments (forex, gold, indices, crypto). Zero is better if you focus exclusively on major currency pairs and want predictable zero spreads.
Instrument Availability by Account
| Standard / Pro | Raw Spread / Zero | Cent | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forex Pairs | 96 | 73 | 34 |
| Metals | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Crypto | 11 | 1* | |
| Energy | 3 | — | |
| Stocks | 97 | — | |
| Indices | 10 | — | |
| Total | 232 | 207 | 37 |
Standard and Pro accounts offer the widest instrument selection. Note that the Cent account is limited to forex pairs, metals, and BTC only.
Cent Account Uses 1/100th Lot Size
The Standard Cent account uses 1,000 units per lot (compared to 100,000 for all other accounts), making it ideal for micro-trading with minimal risk. At the minimum trade size of 0.01 lots, you’re trading just 10 units of currency.
Unlimited Leverage on All Accounts
Exness offers unlimited leverage on all account types, provided you meet three conditions:
- At least 10 closed trades (excluding pending orders) on your live account
- At least 5 lots traded in total
- Account equity below $5,000
Once these conditions are met, you can set your leverage to unlimited from the Personal Area. Leverage restrictions apply during major economic releases and market open/close periods.
Swap-Free Trading on All Accounts
Exness provides swap-free trading across all account types, meaning you can hold positions overnight without swap charges. Swap-free status has two tiers:
- Extended swap-free: A wider range of instruments qualify for zero swap (default for most new accounts)
- Standard swap-free: Fewer instruments qualify (accounts may be downgraded if swap costs to Exness become too high)
Which Exness Account Type Should You Choose?
Here’s a practical decision framework to help you pick the right Exness account based on your situation:
Standard Account — Best for First-Time Exness Users
The Standard account is the most popular Exness account and the best starting point for most traders. With just $10 to get started, you get access to all instruments, unlimited leverage, and swap-free trading — with no commission charges.
- Access to all 232 tradable instruments
- Commission-free — costs come from spreads only
- Wider spreads compared to Professional accounts
- Market Execution
Best for: Beginners, traders who want simplicity, anyone trying Exness for the first time.
Standard Cent Account — Best for Micro-Trading
The Cent account lets you trade as small as 10 units of currency (0.01 lots × 1,000 units/lot), making it perfect for testing strategies with real money but virtually zero risk.
- 1 lot = 1,000 units (1/100th of a standard lot)
- Limited to forex pairs, metals, and BTC
- Base currency options limited to 6 (no JPY, no EUR — USC, EUC, AUC, CAC, CHC, GBC)
- Same spreads as the Standard account
Best for: Complete beginners practicing with real money, strategy testers who want live market conditions without demo limitations.
Pro Account — Best for Scalpers Who Want No Commission
The Pro account is the only Exness account with Instant Execution and no commission. This means virtually zero slippage and straightforward spread-only costs — ideal for scalpers who want precision entry at the price they see.
- EURUSD average spread: 0.6 pips (no commission on top)
- Instant Execution — minimal slippage
- Requotes possible during high volatility
- $1,000 initial deposit required (subsequent deposits from $10)
Best for: Experienced scalpers, traders who prioritize execution speed, anyone who dislikes paying separate commission fees.
Raw Spread Account — Best Overall for Low-Cost Trading
The Raw Spread account delivers the lowest total trading costs across the widest range of instruments. It charges a fixed commission of up to $3.50 per side per lot, combined with near-zero spreads.
- Lowest overall trading costs among all Exness accounts
- Commission-free on US stocks (lower cost than Pro for stock CFDs)
- Spreads can widen during off-peak hours (unlike Zero’s fixed 0.0)
- Market Execution
Best for: Traders who want the cheapest costs across multiple asset classes, gold (XAUUSD) traders, CFD traders.
Zero Account — Best for Major Currency Pair Traders
The Zero account locks the spread at exactly 0.0 pips on ~30 selected instruments (mostly major and cross currency pairs) for 95% of the trading day. All costs come from the per-instrument commission.
- Zero spread on selected pairs: EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY, AUDUSD, NZDUSD, USDCAD, USDCHF, and ~18 more
- Spread stays at 0.0 even during volatile sessions
- Commission varies by instrument — major pairs are cheap, exotic instruments can be expensive
- Market Execution
Best for: Major currency pair specialists, traders who trade during high-spread periods (early morning, late night), anyone who wants predictable spread costs.
Tip: You can open both a Zero account for major pairs and a Raw Spread account for everything else — Exness allows multiple accounts under one profile.
Frequently Asked Questions — Exness Account Types
