Ellevest
orbex
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Overview
Ellevest was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Ellevest holds licences including Unregulated, while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ellevest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Ellevest and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | Ellevest | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $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 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Country | USA | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ellevest and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ellevest has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at orbex). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ellevest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; orbex does not. Ellevest charges deposit fees; orbex does not. Overall, Ellevest scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ellevest | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ellevest offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ellevest edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ellevest | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Windows, Android, Mac OS, iOS | 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 Ellevest and orbex compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Ellevest | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ellevest 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 | Ellevest | 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 Ellevest and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ellevest supports 2 languages and orbex supports 8, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ellevest | 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 |