Evolution Brokers
orbex
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Overview
Evolution Brokers was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Belize, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Evolution Brokers holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Evolution Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $300 at Evolution Brokers and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | 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 | Belize | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Evolution Brokers and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. orbex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $300 at Evolution Brokers). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Evolution Brokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; orbex does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $300 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Evolution Brokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Evolution Brokers edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Evolution Brokers and orbex compare. Evolution Brokers runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Evolution Brokers publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Evolution Brokers maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Evolution Brokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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. Evolution Brokers 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 | Evolution Brokers | 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 Evolution Brokers and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Evolution Brokers supports 2 languages and orbex supports 8, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Evolution Brokers | 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 |