Admiral Markets
orbex
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) - license number 201/13, Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) no. 410681, Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) registration number 57026 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F291 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2012 |
| Country | UK | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Admiral Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at orbex). orbex charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; orbex does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which orbex does not offer. Admiral Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and orbex compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Admiral Markets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while orbex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). orbex uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. orbex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Admiral Markets and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and orbex supports 8, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |