EagleFX
orbex
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Overview
EagleFX was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Dominica, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. EagleFX holds licences including Unregulated, while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. EagleFX serves 5,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $10 at EagleFX and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | 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 | 2019 | 2012 |
| Country | Dominica | Cyprus |
| Clients | 5,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between EagleFX and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $250 at orbex). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. EagleFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; orbex does not. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
EagleFX offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. EagleFX supports social and copy trading features, which orbex does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, 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 EagleFX and orbex compare. orbex has a video library; EagleFX does not. orbex integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); EagleFX does not. orbex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. EagleFX accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while orbex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). orbex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. orbex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both EagleFX and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. EagleFX supports 2 languages and orbex supports 8, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | EagleFX | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |