Euro Pacific Bank
orbex
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | 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 | 1978 | 2012 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at orbex). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; orbex does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Euro Pacific Bank supports social and copy trading features, which orbex does not offer. Euro Pacific Bank edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | 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 Euro Pacific Bank and orbex compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Euro Pacific Bank maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | 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. Euro Pacific Bank 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 | Euro Pacific Bank | 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 Euro Pacific Bank and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and orbex supports 8, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | 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 |